Shackford S R, Molin M
Department of Surgery, University of Vermont, Burlington.
Surg Clin North Am. 1990 Jun;70(3):595-620. doi: 10.1016/s0039-6109(16)45132-7.
The structure and function of the spleen are reviewed in the context of providing a rational basis for splenic salvage after trauma. Guidelines for operative and nonoperative management are provided, and the results of treatment from recent large series are summarized.