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Spleen injury (splenic rupture)

The spleen is located in the left upper abdomen under the ribs. This organ removes old red blood cells from the blood and holds red blood cells for emergency use by the body. The spleen is also important in fighting infection: it removes bacteria covered by antibodies against the bacteria that are made by the immune system. The spleen is the most commonly injured organ after blunt trauma such as a motor vehicle accident, falling, or after being hit in the abdomen. It can also be damaged from a gunshot wound or stabbing. The spleen filters about 10% of the blood supply every minute and injuries can cause a great deal of bleeding into the abdomen. Failure to get rapid treatment can result in death. People without a spleen are more susceptible to infections later in life. People with mononucleosis should avoid physical activity for several months since their spleen can temporarily enlarge with the infection: even minor trauma can cause a spleen injury.

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