The Spleen – Central Organ of the Lymphatic System
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The spleen (from Greek: splen; Latin: lien) has the shape of a coffee bean, weighs about 150 grams, and is located in the left posterior upper abdomen (epigastric region). Next to such large topics as heart, liver, or lung, the spleen is sometimes a bit neglected in the curriculum; therefore, many students struggle in exams when it comes to questions about the ligaments or blood circulation of the spleen. This article provides a compact overview of the anatomy, functions, and diseases of the spleen.
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The Spleen – Central Organ of the Lymphatic System
The spleen (from Greek: splen; Latin: lien) has the shape of a coffee bean, weighs about 150 grams, and is located in the left posterior upper abdomen (epigastric region). Next to such large topics as heart, liver, or lung, the spleen is sometimes a bit neglected in the curriculum; therefore, many students struggle in exams when it comes to questions about the ligaments or blood circulation of ...
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The spleen (from Greek: splen; Latin: lien) has the shape of a coffee bean, weighs about 150 grams, and is located in the left posterior upper abdomen (epigastric region). Next to such large topics as heart, liver, or lung, the spleen is sometimes a bit neglected in the curriculum; therefore, many students struggle in exams when it comes to questions about the ligaments or blood circulation of ...
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تاریخ انتشار 2017