. What conditions would warrant removal of the spleen (splenectomy) or removal of the tonsils (tonsillectomy), and what prognosis or complications (if any) might result from these procedures?
What will be an ideal response?
Spleens might be removed after rupture from abdominal trauma, and while this isn't life-threatening, there may be an increase in infection risk. Tonsillectomies are performed after chronic throat infections and do not seem to increase later risks of infection.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)
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What is the supraglenoid tubercle and what is its function?
What will be an ideal response?