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Laparoscopic Splenectomy – A Minimally Invasive Approach
Splenectomy – Surgical Removal of the Spleen
Splenectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the spleen, an organ located under the rib cage on the upper left side of the abdomen. The spleen plays a vital role in the immune system by fighting infections and removing old or damaged blood cells from the bloodstream.
Why is Splenectomy Needed?
The most common reason for splenectomy is to treat a ruptured spleen, usually due to an abdominal injury. However, this procedure may also be necessary for:
✅ Splenomegaly (enlarged spleen) causing discomfort
✅ Blood disorders, such as sickle cell disease or hemolytic anemia
✅ Certain cancers, including lymphoma or leukemia
✅ Severe infections or abscesses in the spleen
✅ Noncancerous cysts or tumors
Laparoscopic Splenectomy – A Minimally Invasive Approach
Splenectomy is most commonly performed using a tiny video camera and special surgical tools in a minimally invasive procedure known as laparoscopic splenectomy. This technique offers:
✔ Smaller incisions and less scarring
✔ Faster recovery (usually within two weeks)
✔ Shorter hospital stay (same-day discharge in many cases)
✔ Lower risk of complications
For expert surgical care, consult Dr. Ujwal Zambare, best Gastroenterologist & GI Surgeon in Wakad, Pune, specializing in spleen-related disorders and advanced surgical treatments.
Why it's done
Splenectomy is used to treat a wide variety of diseases and conditions. Your doctor may recommend splenectomy if you have one of the following:
- Ruptured spleen. If your spleen ruptures due to a severe abdominal injury or because of an enlarged spleen (splenomegaly), the result may be life-threatening, internal bleeding.
- Enlarged spleen. Splenectomy may be done to ease the symptoms of an enlarged spleen, which include pain and a feeling of fullness.
- Blood disorder. Blood disorders that may be treated with splenectomy include idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura, polycythemia vera and thalassemia. But splenectomy is typically performed only after other treatments have failed to reduce the symptoms of these disorders.
- Cancer. Cancers that may be treated with splenectomy include chronic lymphocytic leukemia, Hodgkin’s lymphoma, non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and hairy cell leukemia.
- Infection. A severe infection or the development of a large collection of pus surrounded by inflammation (abscess) in your spleen may require spleen removal if it doesn’t respond to other treatment.
- Cyst or tumor. Noncancerous cysts or tumors inside the spleen may require splenectomy if they become large or are difficult to remove completely.
Risk Factors
Splenectomy is generally a safe procedure. But as with any surgery, splenectomy carries the potential risk of complications, including:
- Bleeding
- Blood clots
- Infection
- Injury to nearby organs, including your stomach, pancreas and colon
If you experience persistent left upper abdominal pain, frequent infections, unexplained fatigue, or blood disorders, seek medical attention promptly. Get expert care from Dr. Ujwal Zambare at True Life Clinic & Wellness Center, Wakad. Schedule your consultation for advanced diagnosis and personalized treatment options.