THE SPLEEN- LESSER KNOWN ORGAN
THE SPLEEN- LESSER KNOWN ORGAN The spleen, though often overlooked due to its limited digestive role, is a crucial organ for overall health, especially for protecting the body from infections and keeping the blood healthy Below is a detailed, reader-friendly guide about the spleen’s anatomy, functions, diseases, and treatments available in India. Anatomy of the Spleen The spleen is a small, fist-sized organ situated in the upper left part of the abdomen, just under the ribs It is covered by a flexible capsule, which allows it to expand when needed Its surface faces and fits neatly under the left diaphragm and touches nearby organs like the stomach, kidney, and the colon The spleen is held in place by ligaments connecting it to these organs Inside, there are two main parts: White pulp:** Contains clusters of immune cells that fight infections. Red pulp:** Mainly filters the blood and removes damaged or old blood cells[5]. Vital Functions Despite having little involvement in digesti...