Reconstruction of an abnormal hepatic vein in a donor liver: a case report

Transplantation. 1998 May 15;65(9):1265-6. doi: 10.1097/00007890-199805150-00020.

Abstract

In the era of worldwide organ shortage for liver transplantation, every effort must be made to use all potentially available livers. In this case report, we present a liver graft with abnormal left hepatic vein draining directly to the right atrium of the donor heart, which was discovered during back table preparation of a liver graft. The vein was reconstructed and the subsequent liver transplantation was successful. Five years after the transplantation, no signs of complications have emerged.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Anastomosis, Surgical
  • Female
  • Hepatic Veins / abnormalities*
  • Hepatic Veins / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Liver Transplantation*
  • Male
  • Suture Techniques
  • Tissue Donors*