Objective Whether splenectomy increases the risk of chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH) remains unclear. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to explore the association ...

Dania Daye, MD, PhD Associate Professor of Radiology, Harvard Medical School IR Division Quality Director Co-Director of IR ...

A young woman’s repeated loss of consciousness is traced to severe anaemia caused by warm autoimmune haemolytic anaemia, a rare complication of respiratory syncytial virus.

Lovey presented to the clinic lethargic, with inappetence but consuming plenty of water, and a bulge on her abdomen when ...

The provincial authorities of Las Tunas provided an update on Saturday regarding the condition of those injured in a severe ...

The tumors that are not malignant, like hemangioma, are still a problem since they sometimes ulcerate and become infected and can also bleed excessively. If it is benign, just removing the tumor and ...

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If your dog does have a hemangiosarcoma, his expected lifespan is only a few months (1.6 months) after splenectomy (2). His life will be extended somewhat by removing the spleen and then having ...

“We were thrilled to begin our journey together as we settled into our new home and were planning for a future that included ...

In conversations with Newsweek, Dr. Frances Ramires, DVM, Veterinarian and Owner of Country Oaks Veterinary Clinic, answered the following questions.

Medical staff told the couple that an immediate laparoscopic splenectomy was required to prevent serious spleen-related complications. William initially refused, claiming he wanted to be seen by a ...

Bryan, a retired registered nurse, knew the procedure — a laparoscopic splenectomy — was safe, and the surgeon assured her “it would be quick and over and done.” “You'll see him back in ...