Assertion: splenectomy | /r/HasProperty | major operation
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text: While removal of the spleen – a splenectomy – is a major operation, the spleen is not a vital organ and the body tolerates its removal.
text: A splenectomy is a major abdominal surgery and you can expect that your pet will need intensive monitoring for several days after surgery to ensure there are no signs of heart abnormalities, infection or bleeding disorders.