Abstract
Liver transplantation requires thorough preoperative imaging. Contrast enhanced computed tomography (CT) and MR imaging are the main modalities utilized for this purpose. Radiation-reducing protocols, advanced imaging techniques for evaluation of parenchymal fat and iron content, and 3-dimenionsal and volumetric reformations are routinely used. The helpful diagnostic radiologist has a complete understanding of indications for transplant, the indications for bridging and/or down-staging therapies for hepatocellular carcinoma, and the components of the transplant operation. With this information at hand, the radiologist can craft a thorough, yet succinct report that will help the surgeon plan and execute successful donor and recipient transplant operations.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 185-197 |
Number of pages | 13 |
Journal | Radiologic Clinics of North America |
Volume | 54 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Mar 1 2016 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Biliary anatomy and variants
- Hepatic artery anatomy and variants
- Hepatic vein anatomy and variants
- Liver transplantation
- Portal vein anatomy and variants
- Preliving donor liver transplant imaging
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Radiology Nuclear Medicine and imaging