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Partial splenectomy in Gaucher's disease

J Govrin-Yehudain, J A Bar-Maor

    Israel Journal of Medical Sciences
    |September 1, 1980
    PubMed
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    A partial splenectomy successfully treated Gaucher

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Hematology
    • Lysosomal Storage Diseases

    Background:

    • Gaucher's disease is a rare genetic disorder.
    • It leads to the accumulation of glucocerebroside in organs.
    • Giant splenomegaly and hypersplenism are common complications.

    Observation:

    • An 11-year-old boy presented with Gaucher's disease.
    • He exhibited massive spleen enlargement (splenomegaly).
    • Severe hypersplenism symptoms were present.

    Findings:

    • The patient underwent a partial splenectomy.
    • Post-surgery isotope scans showed good residual spleen function.
    • Normal IgM levels and absence of hypersplenism were observed.

    Implications:

  • Partial splenectomy can be an effective treatment for Gaucher's disease complications.
  • This procedure can alleviate hypersplenism and improve hematological parameters.
  • Preserving spleen function is crucial for immune health.