Anatomical Liver Resections An anatomical liver resection involves removing the entire liver from the abdominal cavity. This is typically performed for vari...
Anatomical Liver Resections
An anatomical liver resection involves removing the entire liver from the abdominal cavity. This is typically performed for various reasons, including cancer, cirrhosis, or severe liver disease. During an anatomical liver resection, the surgeon will carefully dissect the abdominal cavity and identify the liver, its surrounding structures, and blood vessels. The liver is then carefully removed and taken to a sterile operating room.
Non-Anatomical Liver Resections
A non-anatomical liver resection involves removing only a portion of the liver, rather than removing the entire organ. This is typically performed for less invasive procedures, such as laparoscopic cholecystectomy or partial hepatectomy. During a non-anatomical liver resection, the surgeon will make an incision in the abdomen or back and access the liver through that opening. The liver is then removed and taken to the operating room.
Examples
Anatomical Liver Resection: A patient with liver cancer is scheduled for an anatomical liver resection. The surgeon will remove the entire liver through an abdominal incision.
Non-Anatomical Liver Resection: A patient with hepatitis is scheduled for a non-anatomical liver resection. The surgeon will make an incision in the abdomen and access the liver through that opening. The liver will be removed and taken to the operating room