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ANEURYSM OF SPLENIC ARTERY - CAUSES, CONSEQUENCES, TREATMENT METHODS

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Today, an aneurysm of the splenic artery is one of the most common types of disease of this nature. More often, this pathology is found only in the expansion of the walls of the abdominal aorta. The disease is predominantly female, that is, in men, it is much less common. Moreover, older people are more susceptible to the development of such a disease, since it can be triggered by atherosclerosis. But, despite the above, it is important to mention that young girls are also susceptible to developing this ailment. At the same time, at a young age, the disease is provoked by increased pressure of the hepatic vein and spleen. That is, despite the fact that the disease belongs to the category of age-related pathologies, it can manifest itself at a young age and cannot be completely prevented. Of course, it is possible to reduce the likelihood of developing an ailment by adhering to the correct lifestyle, which consists of regular exercise, proper nutrition, giving up bad habits, and more. ...

Splenic Artery Aneurysm - Aneurysm Disease

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To understand what a splenic artery aneurysm is, you need to understand what the affected organ is. This is the thickest branch that extends from the celiac trunk. A large artery is located at the back of the upper edge of the pancreas, and it goes to the left side. the main function of the splenic blood vessel is to nourish organs such as the pancreas, stomach, and omentum.   Symptoms of the Aneurysm disease Interesting! To date, it is noted that aneurysms of large vessels rank first in terms of prevalence among diseases of the cardiovascular system. The defeat of the splenic region is diagnosed in every fifth person who consults a doctor. A splenic artery aneurysm is a pathological expansion of the cavity of a large vessel, accompanied by the appearance of a formation in the place where it should not be. There are frequent cases (80%) when the disease does not manifest itself in any way. However, there are clear symptoms that characterize the ...

Spleen - Anatomy, Physiology, Function, Arteries and Nerves

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Spleen - Anatomy, Physiology, Function, Arteries and Nerves   The spleen, lien (Greek spleen) , is a richly vascularized lymphoid organ.      In the spleen , the circulatory system is closely related to the lymphoid tissue, due to which the blood here is enriched with a fresh supply of leukocytes developing in the spleen .  In addition, the blood passing through the spleen is released due to the phagocytic activity of spleen macrophages from obsolete red blood cells ("graveyard" of erythrocytes) and from pathogenic microbes, suspended foreign particles, which have entered the bloodstream, etc. The size of the spleen , due to the richness of the vessels, can vary quite significantly in the same person, depending on the greater or lesser filling of the vessels with blood.  On average, the spleen is 12 cm long, 8 cm wide, 3-4 cm thick, and weighs about 170 g (100-200 g).  During digestion, the spleen is enlarged. The color of the spleen on the surface is ...

Spleen - Anatomy and physiology with age characteristics

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The spleen   is located in the abdominal cavity, in the region of the left hypochondrium, at the level of the IX-XI ribs. The mass of an adult's spleen is 192 g in men, and 153 g in women. It has the shape of a flattened and elongated hemisphere. Two surfaces are distinguished in it: the diaphragmatic and the visceral. On the visceral surface, there is a gate of the spleen , through which the splenic artery and nerves enter the organ, and a vein exits. The spleen is covered on all sides by the peritoneum, which is firmly adhered to its fibrous capsule. Connective tissue beams (trabeculae) extend from the capsule into the organ. Between the trabeculae, the spleen parenchyma is called the pulp. Distinguish between white and red pulp. The white pulp is a typical lymphoid tissue of which periarterial lymphoid clutches and lymphoid nodules of the spleen or follicles are composed. Lymphoid nodules are round in shape and lie, as a rule, eccentricall...

Spleen - structure shape, topography, Blood vessels, Nerves innervation

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Spleen - size, structure and shape, topographic anatomy, Function, Blood vessels, Nerves, and innervation Spleen. The size of the spleen. The structure of the spleen. Spleen shape The spleen, lien (Greek splen), is a richly vascularized lymphoid organ. In the spleen, the circulatory system is closely related to the lymphoid tissue, due to which the blood here is enriched with a fresh supply of leukocytes developing in the spleen. In addition, the blood passing through the spleen is released due to the phagocytic activity of spleen macrophages from obsolete red blood cells ("graveyard" of erythrocytes) and from pathogenic microbes, suspended foreign particles that have entered the bloodstream, etc. The size of the spleen, due to the richness of the vessels, can vary quite significantly in the same individual, depending on the greater or lesser filling of the vessels with blood. On average, the spleen is 12 cm long, 8 cm wide, 3-4 cm thick, and weighs about 170 g (100-200 g). D...

Anatomy of Spleen - Location, Shape, Structure, Relations & Vasculature

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Anatomy of Spleen - General Information, Location, Shape, Structure, Relations & Vasculature || Edulesson The spleen is underneath the left part of the  diaphragm  and has a smooth, convex surface that faces the  diaphragm . It is underneath the ninth, tenth, and eleventh  ribs . The other side of the spleen is divided by a ridge into two regions: an anterior gastric portion, and a posterior renal portion. Anatomy of Spleen - General Information, Location, Shape (Thickness, Broadness, Length, Weight), Structure (Hilum, Ends - Anterior and Posterior, Borders - Superior, Intermediate and Inferior, Surfaces - Diaphragmatic & Visceral, Angles - Antero-Basal & Postero-basal), Relations - Peritoneal Relations (Gastro-splenic Ligament, Lieno-Renal Ligament, Pherinco-Colico Ligament, Lino-Phrenic Ligament) & Visceral Relations (Gastric, Renal, Colic & Pancreatic Impression) & Vasculature (Blood Supply, Venous Drainage, Nerve Supply, Lymphat...