Combined left hepatectomy with fenestration and using a harmonic scalpel, fibrin glue and closed suction drainage to prevent bile leakage and ascites in the management of symptomatic polycystic liver disease: a case report

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Introduction</p> <p>Surgical treatment is the usual therapy for patients with polycystic liver disease and with severe symptoms, yet the results of surgery are often disappointing and the optimal surgical approach is uncertain.</p> <p>Case...

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Main Authors: Kosmidis Christopher, Efthimiadis Christopher, Anthimidis George, Levva Sofia, Prousalidis John, Papapolychroniadis Konstantinos, Fachantidis Epaminondas
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-08-01
Series:Journal of Medical Case Reports
Online Access:http://www.jmedicalcasereports.com/content/3/1/7442