Splenectomy Treatment in India
About Splenectomy
Key Highlights
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Definitive Treatment: Offers a permanent solution for conditions like hereditary spherocytosis, immune thrombocytopenia (ITP), and hypersplenism.Symptom Relief: Alleviates abdominal pain, early satiety, and fatigue caused by an enlarged spleen (splenomegaly).Minimally Invasive Option: Laparoscopic splenectomy reduces post-operative pain, scarring, and recovery time compared to open surgery.listrongImproved Blood Counts:/strong Can correct anemia, low platelet counts (thrombocytopenia), and low white blood cell counts./lilistrongDiagnostic Clarity:/strong Allows for pathological examination of the spleen to confirm diagnoses like lymphoma./li/ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Trauma: Ruptured spleen from abdominal injury.
- Blood Disorders: Hereditary spherocytosis, thalassemia, immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) unresponsive to medication, and autoimmune hemolytic anemia.
- Cancers: Certain lymphomas (like hairy cell leukemia) or leukemias involving the spleen.
- Splenic Cysts or Tumors: Large, symptomatic, or suspicious growths.
- Hypersplenism: Overactive spleen destroying blood cells.
- Infection: A large abscess that does not respond to antibiotics.
How to prepare
- Medical Evaluation: Complete blood tests, imaging (CT or ultrasound), and cardiac/pulmonary assessment.
- Vaccinations: Receive vaccinations against pneumococcus, Haemophilus influenzae type b, and meningococcus at least 2 weeks before surgery.
- Medication Review: Discuss all current medications with your doctor; you may need to stop blood thinners (e.g., aspirin, warfarin) temporarily.
- Fasting: No food or drink (as instructed) for 6-12 hours before the procedure.
- Informed Consent: Detailed discussion of the procedure's risks, benefits, and alternatives.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding (Hemorrhage): During or after surgery.
- Infection: At the incision site or within the abdomen.
- Injury to Nearby Organs: Such as the stomach, pancreas, or colon.
- Blood Clots: Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or pulmonary embolism.
- Overwhelming Post-Splenectomy Infection (OPSI): A rare but life-threatening risk of severe bacterial infection, necessitating lifelong vigilance.
- Anesthesia Risks: Reactions to anesthesia medications.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital Stay: Typically 2-4 days for laparoscopic surgery; longer for open procedures.
- Pain Management: Prescribed pain medication and use of a pillow for support when coughing or moving.
- Activity: Avoid heavy lifting (more than 10 lbs) and strenuous activity for 4-6 weeks. Walking is encouraged.
- Wound Care: Keep incisions clean and dry; watch for signs of infection (redness, swelling, discharge).
- Lifelong Precautions: Carry a medical alert card, stay up-to-date on vaccinations, and seek immediate medical attention for any fever, as it may indicate a serious infection.
- Follow-up: Schedule a post-operative visit with your Surgical Gastroenterologist to monitor recovery.
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Typical hospital stay:
2-4 days
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Expected recovery time:
4-6 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering splenectomy in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for splenectomy in India include Miot Hospital Chennai, Gem Hospital Coimbatore, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform splenectomy. MediFyr helps you compare surgical gastroenterologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for splenectomy compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Splenectomy in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated surgical gastroenterology teams and experience managing patients undergoing splenectomy.
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Surgical Gastroenterologists for Splenectomy
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