Ex Situ Machine Perfusion of Human Donor Livers via the Surgically Reopened Umbilical Vein: A Proof of Concept

Conclusions. Machine perfusion with portal perfusion via the umbilical vein is feasible. Portal venous flows were similar to those obtained after cannulation of the portal vein main stem. This technique enables continuous oxygenated perfusion of liver grafts during procurement, splitting, and implantation.
Source: Transplantation - Category: Transplant Surgery Tags: Original Clinical Science–Liver Source Type: research