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Pediatrics Infection 4b12c82e

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
High-Yield Explanation
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.

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