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hypersplenism

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hypersplenism [‚hī·pər′sple‚niz·əm]
(medicine)
Condition caused by abnormal spleen activity.
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Abstract: Hypersplenism is a known complication of portal hypertension secondary to cirrhosis of the liver.
Severe thrombocytopenia due to hypersplenism successfully treated ... by Pandya, Prashant / Southern Medical Journal
The most frequent sign is splenomegaly associated with hypersplenism leading to thrombocytopenia and anemia.
A 38-year-old man with splenic, renal, and hepatic cysts. (Pathologic ... by Blanco, Mario; Alexis, John / Archives of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine
 
 
 
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