Abstract:Background Splenectomy impacts hematological, immunological and metabolic functions of the patient. Since our understanding of its metabolic effects, in particular effects on lipid metabolism, are limited, this study aims to investigate the effects of splenectomy on lipid metabolism.MethodsThe data from 316 patients undergoing splenectomy between 2009 and 2019 were retrospectively analyzed. Thirty-eight patients whose blood lipid values were measured both preoperatively and one year after surgery were includ… Show more
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