Comparison of techniques for volumetric analysis of the future liver remnant: implications for major hepatic resections

ConclusionsMeasured and estimated volumetry yielded differences in the FLR of ≥5% in almost one‐third of patients, potentially affecting clinical decision making. Estimated volumetry should be used cautiously and cannot be recommended for general use.

Source: HPB: official journal of the International Hepato Pancreat Biliary Association - September 16, 2015 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Guillaume Martel, Kasia P. Cieslak, Ruiyao Huang, Krijn P. Lienden, Jimme K. Wiggers, Assia Belblidia, Michel Dagenais, Réal Lapointe, Thomas M. Gulik, Franck Vandenbroucke‐Menu Tags: Original Article Source Type: research