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Experimental transcatheter hepatic subsegmentectomy using absolute ethanol in dogs.

N Kokudo1, Y Nomura, H Koyama

  • 1Second Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tokyo, Japan.

The Japanese Journal of Surgery
|September 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

Intraportal ethanol injection in canine livers created targeted necrotic lesions with minimal complications. This less invasive technique shows promise as an alternative to surgical liver resection.

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Area of Science:

  • Hepatology
  • Surgical Innovation

Background:

  • Hepatoma treatment often requires surgical resection.
  • Minimally invasive techniques are sought to reduce patient morbidity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of intraportal absolute ethanol injection in canine livers.
  • To explore its potential as a clinical application for liver lesion treatment.

Main Methods:

  • Intraportal injection of 10 mL absolute ethanol using a balloon occlusion catheter in canine livers.
  • Assessment of lesion characteristics and weight.
  • Histological examination for necrosis and fibrous band formation.

Main Results:

  • A well-demarcated necrotic lesion was consistently created in the right central lobe.

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  • Histology confirmed coagulation necrosis with progressive fibrous band thickening.
  • Necrotic lesion weight averaged 26.0 +/- 5.5 grams (20-40% of the lobe).
  • Complications were minimal.

    • Conclusions:

    • Intraportal ethanol injection is a feasible method for creating localized liver necrosis in canines.
    • The technique is less invasive and may offer an alternative to surgical hepatic subsegmentectomy.
    • Further studies are needed to confirm safety in cirrhotic patients with hepatoma.