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  • Title: [Splenic cysts: indications for surgery and surgical procedures].
    Author: Wolters U, Keller HW, Lorenz R, Pichlmaier H.
    Journal: Langenbecks Arch Chir; 1990; 375(4):231-4. PubMed ID: 2203951.
    Abstract:
    Based on a late physical examination of 18 patients with splenic cysts, we discuss symptoms, diagnostics and indication to operate and the procedure of operation. We found no specific symptoms. The ultrasound is the most important diagnostic method and may be supplemented by computerized axial tomography. The indication depends on the symptoms, the diameter within the organ and, most important, the dignity of the cyst. For pseudocysts we prefer resection of the cyst wall, because it is a simple and safe procedure. Splenectomy is the treatment of choice for cysts with unknown dignity.
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