Comparison of Spleen-Preservation Versus Splenectomy in Minimally Invasive Distal Pancreatectomy

ConclusionsSpleen-preservation is not associated with increased risk of blood loss, longer hospital stay, conversion, nor lengthy OR times. Late splenectomy is very rarely required. Given the immune consequences of splenectomy, spleen-preservation should be strongly considered in MIDP.
Source: Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery - Category: Surgery Source Type: research