Consequences of Splenectomy in Pancreatic Surgery: Should We Really Plan a Prophylactic Strategy for Splenectomized Patients?
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https://doi.org/10.6092/1590-8577/1282Keywords:
Antibiotic Prophylaxis, Infection, Pancreas, Splenectomy, Surgical Procedures, Operative, VaccinationAbstract
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Image: Duodenum, pancreas and spleen model.
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