Risk Factors and Management of Portal Vein Thrombosis after Hepatectomy: A Single-Center Experience
Kazuki Wakizaka,
Shunsuke Shichi,
Takeshi Aiyama
et al.
Abstract:Objective:
This study investigated the risk factors and management of portal vein thrombosis (PVT) after hepatectomy.
Background:
PVT after hepatectomy can cause liver dysfunction and portal hypertension, and may be fatal. However, it has not been sufficiently investigated.
Methods:
The study included 1403 consecutive patients who underwent elective hepatectomy at our department from January 2010 to July 202… Show more
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