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Area of Science:

  • Hepatobiliary Surgery
  • Pediatric Transplantation
  • Surgical Innovation

Background:

  • Large-for-size grafts pose challenges in small infants undergoing liver transplantation.
  • The S2 monosegment graft technique was developed to minimize graft thickness and improve outcomes in neonates.
  • This study evaluates the feasibility of the S2 monosegment graft in reducing graft size for pediatric liver transplants.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the safety and efficacy of the S2 monosegment graft technique in living donor liver transplantation for small infants.
  • To evaluate the impact of reduced graft thickness on surgical outcomes and complications.
  • To introduce the S2 monosegment graft harvesting method, focusing on donor safety and graft preparation.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 11 living-donor liver transplants using S2 monosegment grafts (October 2008 - September 2014).
  • Analysis of donor and recipient data, focusing on graft size, weight, and thickness.
  • Evaluation of surgical outcomes, including abdominal closure, vascular and biliary complications, and patient survival.

Main Results:

  • The average S2 monosegment graft weight was 127.4g, with a graft-to-recipient body weight ratio of 3.5% and thickness of 4.1cm.
  • Successful primary abdominal closure was achieved in most recipients; complications included portal vein stenosis (1), biliary stenosis (1), and hepatic artery issues (2).
  • All donors had uneventful recovery, and all patients showed liver regeneration, resulting in 100% one-year graft and patient survival.

Conclusions:

  • Living-donor liver transplantation with S2 monosegment grafts is a safe and effective option for infants.
  • The S2 monosegment graft technique successfully reduces graft size, addressing the challenges of large-for-size grafts in pediatric recipients.
  • The study highlights the donor harvest technique and graft thickness optimization as key elements of this procedure.