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Hypersplenism (condition characterized by splenomegaly, some reduction in the number of circulating blood cells in the presence of a normal or hyperactive bone marrow, and the potential for reversal by splenectomy) is a cause of the phenomenon (such as a disease or weather) what?
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Splenomegaly - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
If the splenomegaly underlies hypersplenism, a splenectomy is indicated and will correct the hypersplenism. However, the underlying cause of the hypersplenism will most likely ...
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Splenomegaly
Hypersplenism, Information about Hypersplenism
Hypersplenism is a disorder that causes the spleen to rapidly and prematurelydestroy blood cells. The spleen is located in the upper left area of the abdomen.
http://www.faqs.org/health/topics/46/Hypersplenism.html
Hypersplenism - Medical Disability Guidelines
... complications of the disorder are affected by the cause of hypersplenism ... Does individual have primary or secondary hypersplenism? Has individual noticed increased bruising or ...
http://www.mdguidelines.com/hypersplenism
What is hypersplenism? | Answerbag
What is hypersplenism? Definition Hypersplenism is a type of disorder which causes the spleen to rapidly and prematurely destroy blood cells. Description The spleen ...
http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/444799
Splenomegaly and Hypersplenism | Doctor | Patient UK
Splenomegaly and Hypersplenism - The spleen is involved in ... Causes include: Infection: glandular fever, cytomegalovirus ... Inclusion does not imply endorsement by Patient.co.uk.
http://www.patient.co.uk/doctor/Splenomegaly-and-Hypersplenism.htm

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