Improving hepatic and portal venous flows using tissue expander and Foley catheter in liver transplantation

Abstract:  Background and objective:  Vascular reconstruction is important in liver transplantation because its obstruction causes graft failure and eventual loss. Vascular outflow obstruction may be due to graft malposition. We describe our experience with liver allograft repositioning using tissue expander and Foley catheter to improve hepatic and portal venous outflows.

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