Do you have to cut the spleen if you have cirrhosis?

Cirrhosis splenomegaly does not necessarily require splenectomy, it depends on the severity of the disease. Do not need to cut the spleen: cirrhosis of the liver will cause pressure on the portal vein, resulting in the obstruction of the return of blood from the portal vein, the pressure of the splenic vein will also increase, and splenomegaly will occur, if the splenomegaly is only mild, it is not necessary to remove the spleen, and the condition can be controlled by active treatment. Need to cut the spleen: if cirrhosis splenomegaly is more serious, there will be low platelet, prolonged low platelet will lead to bleeding tendency, which may cause certain danger to the body, in this case, the spleen needs to be removed, to avoid the enlargement of the spleen will cause harm to the body. Cirrhosis splenomegaly should be under the guidance of the doctor to choose whether to cut the spleen, cirrhosis is the end stage of a variety of liver diseases, should pay attention to lifestyle adjustments, it is recommended that strict abstinence from alcohol, a balanced diet, weight control, and a moderate amount of rest.