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Role of two-dimensional shear wave elastography in predicting post-hepatectomy liver failure: A step forwards in hepatic surgery

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This study explores the significance of using two-dimensional shear wave elastography (2D-SWE) to assess liver stiffness (LS) and spleen area (SPA) for predicting post-hepatectomy liver failure (PHLF). By providing a non-invasive method to measure LS, which correlates with the degree of liver fibrosis, and SPA, an indicator of portal hypertension, 2D-SWE offers a comprehensive evaluation of a patient's hepatic status. These advancements are particularly crucial in hepatic surgery, where accurate preoperative assessments are essential for optimizing surgical outcomes and minimizing complications. This letter highlights the practical implications of integrating 2D-SWE into clinical practice, emphasizing its potential to improve patient safety and surgical precision by enhancing the ability to predict PHLF and tailor surgical approaches accordingly.

Source: World Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery

DOI: 10.4240/wjgs.v17.i3.98454

Authors: Hua-Zhen Deng, Yu-Feng Liu, Han-Wen Zhang

Institutions: Shenzhen University Health Science Center, Shenzhen Second People's Hospital, Southern Medical University

Language: English

Topic: Ultrasound Imaging and Elastography

Subfield: Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Imaging

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4407865054