Transient steatosis assessed by magnetic resonance imaging predicts outcome after extended hepatectomy in mice

ConclusionsEH is associated with increased TRAS and inferior outcomes when compared to SH. MRI may help to predict PHLF after hepatectomy.SummaryTransient regeneration-associated steatosis (TRAS) develops after hepatectomy in the liver remnant and is essential for liver regeneration. TRAS can be quantified by magnetic resonance imaging in mice. Increased TRAS is associated with extended hepatectomy and inferior outcomes when compared to standard liver regeneration. TRAS assessed by magnetic resonance imaging predicts outcome after hepatectomy in mice.
Source: The American Journal of Surgery - Category: Surgery Source Type: research