Splenectomy grossing
Splenectomy grossing deals with the cut-up of spleen specimens.
Introduction
The spleen is typically removed as it is enlarged (splenomegaly) and/or a source of bleeding.
It may be removed in the context of a hematological disorder and the most common in that context is idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura.[1] If a hematological disorder is suspected, tissue should be sent for flow cytometry.
Specimen opening
- Weight specimen.
- Cut for fixation.