U-turn as splenectomy patients added to COVID-19 shielding list Patients who have undergone a splenectomy have been added to the COVID-19 shielding list, NHS England has confirmed, reversing its previous advice. by Nick Bostock NHS 'stay home now' advice (Photo: Naomi Baker/Getty Images) Sign in to continue Sign In Email address Password Stay signed in Trouble signing in? Reset password: Click here Need help? Email us Register FREE Limited free articles a month Free email bulletins Register Now Subscribe now Benefits include: Full site access Subscriber exclusive content Exclusive bulletins Choose a package