splenology

/ˌsplɛnəˈlɒdʒi/

Definitions

1. noun

the study of the spleen, its functions, and its diseases

“The doctor was fascinated by the field of splenology and its impact on the medical community.”

2. noun

a branch of medicine that deals with the spleen and its related conditions

Synonyms

  • hepatosplenology
  • splenic medicine

Antonyms

  • splenectomy
  • splenosis