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hypersplenism

/ˌhaɪ.pərˈspliː.nɪ.zəm/

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noun

/ˌhaɪ.pərˈspliː.nɪ.zəm/C2formalmedical
  • ruМедицинское состояние, характеризующееся увеличением селезёнки, что приводит к снижению количества одного или нескольких типов клеток крови, часто связанное с различными основными заболеваниями.

A medical condition characterized by an enlarged spleen that leads to a reduction in one or more types of blood cells, often associated with various underlying disorders.

uncountable

  1. Medical conditionC2formalmedical

    A condition characterized by an overactive spleen that prematurely destroys blood cells, often leading to a decrease in red blood cells, white blood cells, or platelets.

    ruГиперспленизм

    • The patient was diagnosed with hypersplenism after showing signs of anemia and thrombocytopenia.
    • Hypersplenism can occur as a complication of liver cirrhosis.
    • Treatment for hypersplenism may involve addressing the underlying cause or, in severe cases, splenectomy.
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