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Preoperative Portal Vein Embolization Guide by Wumou Zhang is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Preoperative portal vein embolization (PVE) is a technique used to enhance the future remnant liver volume in patients undergoing major hepatic resection, thereby reducing postoperative complications. The article discusses the technical aspects of PVE, including access routes, embolic agents, and the importance of liver volumetric measurements, as well as indications and contraindications for the procedure. It emphasizes the growing acceptance of PVE as a standard practice in hepatobiliary centers worldwide
- Author
- Wumou Zhang
- Language
- EN