The role of reconstructive microsurgeons in liver transplantation—a narrative review
Min Kai Chang,
Andre Eu Jin Cheah
Abstract:Background and Objective
Liver transplantation is a life-saving procedure, but also associated with complications. Hepatic artery thrombosis is one of the most devastating complications, especially for living donor liver transplantation. The application of microsurgical techniques for hepatic artery reconstruction has greatly reduced the risk of hepatic artery thrombosis. In this narrative review, we discuss the technical considerations and challenges faced in microsurgical reconstruction of hepat… Show more
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