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What vaccines are recommended after splenectomy?

What vaccines are recommended after splenectomy?

After a splenectomy, which is the surgical removal of the spleen, patients are at an increased risk of certain infections due to the important role the spleen plays in the immune system. Therefore, vaccination is an important preventive measure for

Clancy Clark June 23, 2025March 2, 2025 Health Updates, Pancreatic Cancer, Patient Education Read more

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