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Spleen (Disorders of)

Overview of splenomegaly and hyposplenism.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 30 August 2025
Haematology

Clinical Guidelines

British Society for Haematology guideline on prevention and treatment of infection in patients with absent or hypofunctional spleen
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