Morphological Variations of Liver.

Introduction Morphological variations of liver are relatively rare. Although the segmental anatomy of the liver has been extensively researched, very few studies have dealt with surface variations of the liver. Current study deals with some morphological variations of liver and their probable cause. Materials and Methods All livers were taken from embalmed cadavers used for routine dissection. Among 80 cadavers dissected during six years (from 2008 - 2014 batches) were observed for any morphological variations in liver and their Photographs were taken. Results Out of 80 livers studied; Sulci on the anterior surface were present in 20 (25%); Abnormalities of Caudate lobe were present in 24 (30%); abnormalities of Quadrate lobe were present in 10 (12.5%); Extra lobes (Riedel’s lobe) were present in 2 (2.5%); left lobe abnormalities were present in 10 (12.5%). Conclusion Morphological variations of liver could be developmental in origin or due to some pathology developed during lifetime of a person.

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