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splenectomy Definition and Meaning in English (splenectomy definition)

noun
Synonyms:spleen removalexcision of spleen
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Splenectomy definition: A splenectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the spleen, often performed due to injury, disease, or enlargement of the organ.

Definitions of Splenectomy

  1. 1noun

    A splenectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the spleen, often performed due to injury, disease, or enlargement of the organ.

Example Sentences

medical

“The patient required an emergency splenectomy after a severe car accident.”

medical

“A splenectomy can be performed laparoscopically or through an open incision.”

Synonyms

spleen removalexcision of spleen

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Splenectomy definition: A splenectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the spleen, often performed due to injury, disease, or enlargement of the organ.
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'Splenectomy' translates to 'splenectomy' in English. Splenectomy definition: A splenectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the spleen, often performed due to injury, disease, or enlargement of the organ.
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