Splenomegaly
Splenomegaly is an enlargement of the spleen that can occur in various diseases and conditions. It is diagnosed by physical examination or imaging tests such as ultrasound or CT scan. Splenomegaly is often associated with diseases associated with the immune system, such as leukemia, lymphoma, chronic myelogenous leukemia and sickle cell anemia. Other causes include autoimmune disorders, liver cirrhosis, bacterial infections, and parasites. The significance of splenomegaly is that it can be a sign of diseases associated with the immune system and other conditions, and therefore prompt medical investigations and treatments. In some cases, a splenectomy (which is the surgical removal of the spleen) may be needed.
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1 journal(s) foundSpleen And Liver Research
ISSN: 2578-2371
Type: Open Access Journal
Editor-in-Chief: Junfei Jin, Laboratory of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery,
Affiliated Hospital of Guilin Medical University (China).
The spleen is the organ that is responsible for both the storage and purification of red blood cells. It is positioned in the left upper abdomen, and is the largest organ of the lymphatic system. The liver is the body's largest gland. It is a vital organ that supports nearly every other organ in the body in some facet.