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Indications for LS.
| Indication | Number (%) | Median US Size of the Spleen, cm (IQR) |
|---|---|---|
| ITP | 253 (53.26%) | 11 (10–13) |
| Lymphoma | 101 (21.58%) | 19 (17–23) |
| Spherocytosis | 28 (5.98%) | 18 (15–20) |
| Autoimmune anemia | 21 (4.49%) | 15 (14–17) |
| Tumor | 20 (4.27%) | 14 (11–15.5) |
| Splenomegaly | 22 (4.70%) | 18 (16–20) |
| Leukemia | 8 (1.71%) | 17.5 (16–21) |
| Other | 15 (3.21%) | 15 (12–20) |
| Total | 468 (100%) | 14 (11–17) |
LS—laparoscopic splenectomy, ITP—idiopathic thrombocytopenia, US—ultrasonography, IQR—interquartile range.
