Predictive Factors for Success of Laparoscopic Splenectomy for ITP.
Conclusion: LS is safe and remains the most effective second-line treatment for ITP. In our study, younger age and response to preoperative steroids were predictive factors for the long-term success of splenectomy.
PMID: 30524182 [PubMed - in process]
Source: JSLS : Journal of the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons - Category: Surgery Tags: JSLS Source Type: research
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