HEPATIC ARTERY ANATOMIC VARIATION: IMPORTANCE OF PREOPERATIVE PLANNING

Abstract

Anatomic variations of the hepatic artery are not uncommon and may lead to iatrogenic injuries during pancreatoduodenectomy (PD). Two classifications (Michels’ and Hiatt’s) have been used to describe the different variations. Ligation of an aberrant hepatic artery may result in life-threatening complications, such as liver necrosis. Preoperative imaging is crucial for detection of these variations.

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Published
2021-08-09
How to Cite
PARENTE, Diana et al. HEPATIC ARTERY ANATOMIC VARIATION: IMPORTANCE OF PREOPERATIVE PLANNING. Revista Portuguesa de Cirurgia, [S.l.], n. 50, p. 79-81, aug. 2021. ISSN 2183-1165. Available at: <https://revista.spcir.com/index.php/spcir/article/view/909>. Date accessed: 29 mar. 2024.
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Images for Surgeons