Comparison of J-Shaped Incision and Mercedes Incision for Liver Transplantation
Abstract:Wound-related and incision-related complications such as wound infections and incisional hernias are common after liver transplantation. Advances in surgical, anesthesiological, critical care, and immunological innovations have led to a dramatic reduction in postoperative morbidity and mortality. Orthotopic liver transplant (OLT) has been first described with traditionally Mercedes type incision. Less traumatic J shaped incision has been used more frequently. We analyzed retrospectively 110 consecutive patient… Show more
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