Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Can I Go For A Spleen Surgery As I Have A Chronic ITP ?
hii m 11 yr old grl nd i hav chronic itp,,,m also takng ivig 1 time,inti-d 6 monts,heavy stariod,now giv me r opinion wt i do,,can i operate it nd remove my spleen??
Fri, 27 Jan 2012
Hello,, In recent times, treament of ITP has shifted mainly to Steroid therapy and other medicines class like ivIG, Immunosuppressants. Surgery for removal of spleen (splenectomy) is avoided as the ITP patients have high chance of bleeding during the surgery, that makes the situation more critical. Moreover, surgery is NOT a 100% cure, it gives a durable period of remission in 60 to 65% patients.
Hope your find this reply useful. Take care
Hope your find this reply useful. Take care
I find this answer helpful
Hi,Dear,
Thanks for query,
mostly children cure without treatment.
Some times physician gives steroid or iv immuno globulin.
I do not think doctor suggests splenectomy.
Take hematologist opinion.
Ok and take care.
Thanks for query,
mostly children cure without treatment.
Some times physician gives steroid or iv immuno globulin.
I do not think doctor suggests splenectomy.
Take hematologist opinion.
Ok and take care.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries related to your child health, Talk to a Pediatrician. Click here to Book a Consultation.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Intravenous immunoglobulin
Loading Online Doctors....