| Literature DB >> 33083870 |
Shaun A Wahab1, Bradley Abraham2, Amanda Bailey3, Kyuran Ann Choe2.
Abstract
Simultaneous liver-kidney transplantations (SLKTs) are increasing in incidence, and the en bloc surgical approach is associated with a unique spectrum of vascular complications. En bloc SLKTs have a common arterial supply from the celiac axis and post-operative assessment with Doppler ultrasound can help to localize vascular lesions as either proximal in the shared arterial supply or distal in the organ-specific arteries. Venous complications predominantly include thrombosis or stenosis of the portal vein, hepatic veins, renal vein, or IVC, but have a much lower incidence. Radiologists familiar with the post-operative anatomy and complications can provide meaningful and accurate assessment to help direct clinical care. The purpose of this article is to provide a targeted review of SLKT, review the post-surgical anatomy associated with en bloc SLKT, and review the imaging evaluation of vascular complications associated with SLKT.Entities:
Keywords: Doppler; Kidney transplantation; Liver transplantation; Ultrasonography
Year: 2020 PMID: 33083870 DOI: 10.1007/s00261-020-02824-9
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Abdom Radiol (NY)