A step forward to predict the risk of post-hepatectomy portal hypertension

We read with great interest the article by Golse N, et al1. In the study, a mathematical (0D) model of hepatic circulation in combination with entire cardiovascular system was constructed, which could be used in the simulation of hepatectomy and prediction of post hepatectomy liver failure (PHLF).1 A cohort of 47 patients undergoing major hepatectomy were included and assessed using the mathematical model with hepatic flows being determined by preoperative flow MRI, intraoperative flowmetry, or estimation based on cardiac output.
Source: Journal of Hepatology - Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Tags: Letter to the Editor Source Type: research