Ruptured spleen

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In a critical situation, a physical exam may be the only diagnostic test before emergency surgery. In other cases, a sample of fluid from your abdomen may be tested for the presence of blood. If time allows, your doctor may use CT scans or other imaging tests to identify or rule out other possible causes of your symptoms.

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References
  1. Laparoscopic spleen removal (splenectomy). The Society of American Gastrointestinal and Laparoscopic Surgeons. http://www.sages.org/sagespublication.php?doc=PI12. Accessed Sept. 21, 2008.
  2. Spleen injury. The Merck Manuals Medical Online Library: Home Edition for Patients and Caregivers. http://www.merck.com/mmhe/sec14/ch179/ch179c.html. Accessed Sept. 21, 2008.
  3. Mononucleosis. American Academy of Family Physicians. http://familydoctor.org/online/famdocen/home/common/infections/common/viral/077.html. Accessed Sept. 21, 2008.
  4. Splenectomy. American Academy of Family Physicians. http://familydoctor.org/online/famdocen/home/articles/655.printerview.html. Accessed Sept. 21, 2008.
  5. Indications for splenectomy. National Guideline Clearinghouse. http://www.guideline.gov/summary/summary.aspx?doc_id=5505. Accessed Sept. 21, 2008.

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Nov. 19, 2008

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