Is laparoscopy a safe and a cost effective alternative in the surgical management of idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)?
<p><strong>Background</strong>: Splenectomy is indicated for idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) when medical management fails. Laparoscopy reduces the morbidity of open splenectomy.</p><p><strong>Objectives</strong>: To evaluate the technique, advanta...
Main Authors: | K.B. Galketiya, V. Pinto, D. Dissanayake, G.W.G.D.D. Galahawela |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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The Kandy Society of Medicine
2017-02-01
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Series: | Sri Lanka Journal of Medicine |
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Online Access: | https://sljm.sljol.info/articles/20 |
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