Splenectomy can be performed after immunization against which of the following organisms:: (A) Haemophilus influenza, (B) Streptococcal pneumonia, (C) Neisseria meningitides, (D) All of the above
Answer is D. Ans. D. All of the aboveSplenectomy is usually performed after 6 years of age following immunizations against H influenza type b, streptococcal pneumonia and Neisseria meningitides. Post splenectomy patients receive penicillin prophylaxis to prevent sepsis usually up to adulthood.