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Hand-Assisted Laparoscopic Splenectomy

Posted On: 05-28-2015
Hand-Assisted Laparoscopic Splenectomy

What is Hand-Assisted Laparoscopic Splenectomy?

A modified minimally invasive procedure, hand-assisted laparoscopic splenectomy involves the removal of the spleen. To perform the procedure, laparoscopic instruments and the surgeon’s hand are inserted through the abdominal cavity through several small incisions and one larger incision.

Also Known As:

  • Spleen removal
  • Laparoscopic spleen removal
  • Spleen surgery

Conditions Treated with Hand-Assisted Laparoscopic Splenectomy:

Hand-assisted laparoscopic splenectomy may be utilized in cases of sickle cell anemia, splenic cyst, enlarged spleen, spleen trauma, blood clot, lymphoma, hemolytic anemia, idiopathic thrombocytopenic, hereditary spherocytosis and thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura.

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Non-Surgical or Other Surgical Alternatives to Hand-Assisted Laparoscopic Splenectomy:

There are no comparable non-surgical alternatives to hand-assisted laparoscopic splenectomy. An open splenectomy is a surgical alternative.

Anesthesia with Hand-Assisted Laparoscopic Splenectomy:

Hand-assisted laparoscopic splenectomy is performed under general anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep and completely unaware during the procedure.

Potential Complications from Hand-Assisted Laparoscopic Splenectomy:

Possible risks following hand-assisted laparoscopic splenectomy include infection, bleeding, damage to other organs and a negative reaction to the anesthesia. It is also possible to be at an increased risk of infection after removal of the spleen.

Prognosis after Hand-Assisted Laparoscopic Splenectomy:

The prognosis for a positive end result following hand-assisted laparoscopic splenectomy is good.

Recovery from Hand-Assisted Laparoscopic Splenectomy:

Total recovery from hand-assisted laparoscopic splenectomy takes two to four weeks.

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