Assertion: splenectomy | /r/CapableOf | remove the spleen
Facets:
value: partially
type: DEGREE
Source sentences:
text: A splenectomy is the surgical procedure that partially or completely removes the spleen.
text: A splenectomy (spleen ECT uh me) is an operation to remove the spleen (see Picture 1).
text: Underlying cause for the splenomegaly should be treated and in some cases a splenectomy (removing the spleen) may be suggested.