This analysis reveals recurrent splenomegaly in hereditary spherocytosis patients after partial splenectomy, indicating the need for careful management.
TS offers more significant long-term hematologic improvements but comes with the loss of immune function and increased risk of overwhelming post-splenectomy infection (OPSI). PS, while preserving some splenic function and theoretically reducing OPSI risk, carries a higher risk of recurrent symptomatic splenomegaly and may require additional surgeries. These findings highlight the importance of long-term follow-up for HS patients who undergo PS and the need to balance the advantages and risks of both surgical approaches.
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