Portal vein embolization prior to hepatectomy: Techniques, outcomes and novel therapeutic approaches

Portal vein embolization prior to hepatectomy: Techniques, outcomes and novel therapeutic approaches

Hepatectomy plays a pivotal role in the management of primary and secondary malignancies of the liver, and offers a curative option for the patient. Postoperative liver failure is a severe complication of liver resection, particularly for patients with underlying liver disease. Portal vein embolizat...

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Main Authors: Matthew L. Hung, Justin P. McWilliams
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Society of Gastrointestinal Intervention 2018-04-01
Series:Gastrointestinal Intervention
Subjects:
Embolization
Liver neoplasms
Liver regeneration
Portal vein
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.18528/gii180010

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