Spleen (Splen)
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Anatomy
A blood-filtering organ in the upper left abdomen behind the stomach: it recycles worn red cells, stores platelets and immune cells.
Clinical notes
Spleen rupture after severe abdominal trauma causes dangerous internal bleeding.
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FAQ
What is the role of the Spleen?
A blood-filtering organ in the upper left abdomen behind the stomach: it recycles worn red cells, stores platelets and immune cells.
Why is the Spleen clinically important?
Spleen rupture after severe abdominal trauma causes dangerous internal bleeding.
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