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    Br J Clin Pract. 1992 Winter;46(4):274-5.

    Splenic abscess: is conservation applicable?

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    Department of Surgery, Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary.

    Abstract

    A rare occurrence of salmonella abscess in a congenital cyst of the spleen is presented. Although splenectomy was curative, the role of splenic salvage is discussed. Percutaneous drainage is curative in about 70% of cases and may be the treatment of choice in solitary thick-walled abscesses. It should be remembered, however, that residual or regenerated splenic tissue is no absolute guarantee against sepsis. The treatment of splenic abscess should be individualised.

    PMID:
    1290743
    [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]

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