| Splenosis and sepsis: The born again spleen provides poor protection. | |
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PMID: 21224728 Owner: NLM Status: Publisher |
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Splenosis describes ectopic splenic tissue found in patients after rupture of the spleen. These implants are commonly located on the omentum but can be scattered throughout the body in varying number and size. Although splenosis was first documented over a century ago, the precise mechanism for its development remains unknown. The degree of immunoprotection offered by this tissue remains unclear. Much of the human data is in the form of case reports documenting failure of splenotic tissue to protect against septicemia. Even accessory spleens may not offer complete protection once the primary spleen is removed. This review of the literature demonstrates that no amount of splenosis should be considered protective against overwhelming post-splenectomy infection. |
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Authors:
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Nathan T Connell; Andrew M Brunner; Christine A Kerr; Fred J Schiffman |
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Type: JOURNAL ARTICLE Date: 2011-1-01 |
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Title: Virulence Volume: 2 ISSN: 2150-5608 ISO Abbreviation: - Publication Date: 2011 Jan |
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Created Date: 2011-1-12 Completed Date: - Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 101531386 Medline TA: Virulence Country: - |
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Languages: ENG Pagination: - Citation Subset: - |
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Alpert Medical School of Brown University; Providence, RI USA. |
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