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Mononucleosis surgery
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Overview
Overview
Infectious mononucleosis is generally self-limiting and only symptomatic and/or supportive therapy may be required. However, in cases of life-threatening splenic rupture which may occur even without trauma, immediate surgery may be life-saving.
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