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Large primary splenic cyst: A laparoscopic technique
Splenic cysts are rare lesions with around 800 cases reported in the world literature. Traditionally splenectomy was the treatment of choice. However, with the recognition of the important immunological function of the spleen, new techniques to preserve splenic function have been developed. This cas...
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| Formato: | Texto |
| Lenguaje: | English |
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Medknow Publications
2009
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| Acceso en línea: | https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2699073/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19547686 http://dx.doi.org/10.4103/0972-9941.51315 |
| Sumario: | Splenic cysts are rare lesions with around 800 cases reported in the world literature. Traditionally splenectomy was the treatment of choice. However, with the recognition of the important immunological function of the spleen, new techniques to preserve splenic function have been developed. This case emphasizes that in selected cases splenic preservation is appropriate. |
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