Anaesthetic considerations in a case of post splenectomy reactive thrombocytosis


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Article type :

Case Report

Author :

Deepti Arora, Naveen Arora

Volume :

6

Issue :

2

Abstract :

Traumatic injuries or haematological disorders are prime causes of splenectomy. Splenectomy increases the susceptibility to infections and pneumonia. We report a case report of preoperative incidental finding of postoperative reactive thrombocytosis, it's importance, possible side effects and preventive and therapeutic management of its complications.

Keyword :

Thrombocytosis, Haematological disease, Thromboembolism