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Iatrogenic splenic injury.

W W Coon1

  • 1Department of Surgery, University of Michigan Medical Center, Ann Arbor 48109.

American Journal of Surgery
|June 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary
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Iatrogenic splenic injury during splenectomy decreased from 21% to 9% between 1971-1987. However, accidental splenic injuries remain a concern, particularly after aortic and other complex surgeries, necessitating surgeon awareness.

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Area of Science:

  • Surgical outcomes
  • Abdominal surgery complications
  • Trauma surgery

Background:

  • Iatrogenic splenic injuries historically represented a significant complication leading to splenectomy.
  • Previous institutional data from 1957-1967 indicated 21% of splenectomies were for iatrogenic splenic injury.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate trends in iatrogenic splenic injury frequency over a 17-year period (1971-1987).
  • To identify surgical procedures associated with increased splenic trauma.
  • To assess the impact of prompt recognition and management on patient morbidity.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 1,557 splenectomies performed between 1971 and 1987.
  • Categorization of splenectomies based on the cause of splenic injury (iatrogenic vs. other).
  • Review of surgical procedures preceding iatrogenic splenic trauma.

Main Results:

  • The frequency of iatrogenic splenic injury decreased to 9% (134 cases) in the study period.
  • No progressive decrease in accidental splenic injury was observed from 1971-1987.
  • Injuries associated with complex aortic operations increased, while those from stomach surgery and hiatus hernia repair declined.
  • Prompt recognition and splenectomy did not increase morbidity, but 13 patients required reoperation for uncontrolled bleeding from unrecognized injuries.

Conclusions:

  • While iatrogenic splenic injury rates have decreased, they remain a significant concern in surgical practice.
  • Increased vigilance is required for complex aortic surgeries and other procedures with persistent high rates of splenic injury.
  • Early detection and management of splenic trauma are crucial to prevent complications like reoperation for hemorrhage.