Vascular Complications Following Liver Transplantation

ABSTRACT

Vascular complications (stenosis or thrombosis of the hepatic artery, portal vein or hepatic vein) are a relatively common occurrence following liver transplantation. Routine screening with ultrasound is critical to early detection of these complications. Careful application of standard interventional techniques (diagnostic catheter angiography, balloon angioplasty with selective stenting) may be used to confirm the ultrasound findings, treat the underlying lesions, and contribute to long-term graft survival.

KEYWORDS

Liver transplantation - balloon angioplasty - hepatic artery - portal vein - hepatic vein

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