Liver resection and anaesthesia
Abstract
The liver is a truly unique organ due to the fact that after tissue resection, hepatocytes can replicate within 24 hours. The dual blood supply adds to this uniqueness in that 25% of the average adult cardiac output oxygenates the liver via the hepatic artery and portal vein.1 Knowledge of these physiological traits has significantly reduced operative risks during liver resections.2Downloads
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2018-05-28
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FCA Refresher Course
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