Treatments & specialities
Laparoscopic Splenectomy
Laparoscopic splenectomy removes the spleen using keyhole surgery where suitable. It is considered only after the reason for spleen removal, infection-prevention needs and surgical risks have been reviewed.
General information only. Treatment choice depends on diagnosis, investigations, symptoms, fitness for surgery and consultation.
Quick patient guide
Remove the spleen for selected spleen or blood-related conditions.
Hospital surgery after specialist assessment.
General anaesthesia.
Includes wound care and longer-term infection-prevention advice where needed.
Why might it be recommended?
- Enlarged or diseased spleen requiring surgical review
- Spleen-related abdominal symptoms
- Selected haematological conditions where removal is advised
How you are assessed
Assessment may include examination, imaging, blood tests and coordination with other specialists.
Preparing for surgery
Planning may include vaccination and infection-prevention advice, anaesthetic review and medication checks.
What happens during the procedure?
A camera and instruments are inserted through small incisions. The spleen is separated safely and removed using a protected retrieval method.
Potential benefits
- Treatment of the selected spleen problem
- Keyhole approach where anatomy and spleen size allow
- Planned infection-prevention guidance
Risks and possible complications
- Bleeding or wound infection
- Chest infection or pneumonia
- Injury to nearby structures or need to convert to open surgery
Recovery and aftercare
Aftercare includes activity guidance, wound checks and advice about infection risk after spleen removal.
When to seek medical advice
Seek urgent advice for fever, severe pain, breathlessness, wound concerns or signs of infection.
Alternatives
Alternatives depend on the diagnosis and may include monitoring, medicines or non-surgical specialist management.
Clinical review information
General information for consultation
This page is written as patient education and should be confirmed during consultation. It does not replace personalised medical advice.
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