Long-term results of splenectomy in primary myelofibrosis

Abstract

The estimation of immediate and long-term results after splenectomy depending on indications and contra-indications for 18 primary myelofibrosis (PMF) patients was shown. The reduction of intra- and postoperative complications in PMF patients was noted if the operation wasperformed under strict indications and also with prophylactic heparin therapy. Life expectancy is extended after splenectomy during subsequentrelevant specific treatment.

Keywords

• primary myelofibrosis
• splenectomy
• results