KEY FACTS Terminology Shunt between main portal vein and hepatic vein created with balloon-expandable metallic stent Imaging US is primary imaging tool following transjugular intrahepatic portocaval shunt (TIPS) Goal of US: Detect stenosis before shunt occludes or symptoms recur Echogenic…
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KEY FACTS Terminology Hepatic injury due to global or segmental hepatic venous outflow or inferior vena cava (IVC) obstruction Imaging Multiphasic CT or MR [± gadoxetate (Eovist) enhancement] Characteristic findings: Nodular regenerative hyperplasia in dysmorphic liver with venous collateral and…
KEY FACTS Terminology Acute, chronic, or neoplastic occlusion of portal vein (PV) due to thrombosis, thrombophlebitis, or tumor invasion Chronic PV occlusion with numerous periportal collaterals is referred to as "cavernous transformation" Imaging Color Doppler US initially : Accurate and…
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KEY FACTS Terminology Communication between branch of hepatic artery and portal venous system You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles Become membership If you are a member. Log in here
KEY FACTS Terminology Localized proliferation of liver parenchyma within cirrhotic liver in response to liver injury May progress to become dysplastic or even malignant [hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC)] Imaging Multiphasic gadoxetate (Eovist, Primovist)-enhanced MR, plus diffusion-weighted imaging is optimal imaging tool…