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Complications after elective splenectomy in children.

L Wählby

    Zeitschrift Fur Kinderchirurgie : Organ Der Deutschen, Der Schweizerischen Und Der Osterreichischen Gesellschaft Fur Kinderchirurgie = Surgery in Infancy and Childhood
    |September 1, 1981
    PubMed
    Summary

    Pediatric splenectomies for hematological disorders carry a sepsis risk. While rare, pneumococcal sepsis occurred in two cases, highlighting the need for spleen-saving surgery and pneumococcal vaccination post-splenectomy.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Surgery
    • Hematology
    • Infectious Diseases

    Background:

    • Elective splenectomies were performed on 112 children (aged 0-14) between 1968-1977.
    • Indications primarily included hematological disorders like hereditary spherocytosis and idiopathic thrombocytopenia.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review outcomes of pediatric splenectomies.
    • To assess the risk of overwhelming sepsis in asplenic children.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective review of 112 pediatric splenectomies.
    • Follow-up inquiries sent to assess sepsis development.

    Main Results:

    • Two cases of nonfatal pneumococcal septicemia were reported.
    • The incidence of sepsis, though low, indicates a significant risk.

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    Conclusions:

    • Spleen-saving operations are preferable when feasible.
    • Pneumococcal antibody titers should be determined post-splenectomy.
    • Polyvalent pneumococcal vaccine is recommended for children with low antibody titers.