Treatment of the liver cross section following hepatectomy

Summary The incidence of complications after hepatectomy has been considerably reduced over the last 20 years. Better knowledge of liver anatomy and liver regeneration, and methods preventing bleeding during surgery have resulted in morbidity rates below 20% and mortality rates less than 5%. The tre...

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Published in:Journal of visceral surgery 2011-10, Vol.148 (5), p.e336-e345
Main Authors: Schwarz, L, Lubrano, J, Scotté, M
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Animals
Blood Loss, Surgical - prevention & control
Hemostatic Techniques
Hepatectomy - adverse effects
Hepatectomy - methods
Humans
Surgery
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Summary:Summary The incidence of complications after hepatectomy has been considerably reduced over the last 20 years. Better knowledge of liver anatomy and liver regeneration, and methods preventing bleeding during surgery have resulted in morbidity rates below 20% and mortality rates less than 5%. The treatment of the liver cross section remains controversial. Experimental studies have reported convincing biological effects of fibrin sealants or compresses when applied on the liver to decrease hemorrhagic or biliary complications. However, clinical studies are very heterogeneous, providing conflicting results compromising recommendations for routine use.
ISSN:1878-7886
1878-7886
DOI:10.1016/j.jviscsurg.2011.09.004