One arterial anastomosis, two venous (portal vein and IVC) and a biliary anastomosis. Hepatic artery thrombosis is the most common and seri...
One arterial anastomosis, two venous (portal vein and IVC) and a biliary anastomosis. Hepatic artery thrombosis is the most common and serious early vascular complication post-transplant. In total, 30% of cases experience biliary complications (e.g. ischaemic stricture).
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• Hepatic artery stenosis—tardus parvus waveform (low restistive index, prolonged systolic acceleration time).
• A small amount of perihepatic intraperitoneal fluid, periportal oedema and a right pleural effusion are expected for several weeks post-transplant.
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