HEPATECTOMY

This study tested whether placing a temporary tube (stent) in the bile duct during liver surgery could prevent bile leaks afterward. 304 adults having at least two liver segments removed took part. The goal was to see if the stent could reduce bile leaks from 15% to 5%.

This study tested a computer-controlled system that automatically gives fluids during high-risk abdominal surgery to keep the heart pumping efficiently. 46 adults having major abdominal surgery were randomly assigned to either the automated system or standard care by the anesthes…

This study looked back at over 1,000 patients who had surgery to remove liver tumors that started from cancers other than colon cancer. The goal was to learn how long people lived and how often the cancer came back after surgery. The findings help doctors make better treatment re…

This study looked at whether playing music during liver donation surgery could lower the body's stress and inflammation response. 61 healthy adults donating part of their liver took part. Researchers measured inflammation markers in blood samples taken before and after surgery to…