title: Hepatic resection.
abstract: A thorough understanding of the detailed anatomy of the liver and of its anatomic variations is necessary for planning elective hepatic resection and surgical management of patients with hepatic trauma. Techniques for anatomic resections are outlined.
mesh_terms: D001653:Bile Ducts, Intrahepatic / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D006498:Hepatectomy / Q000379:methods; D006499:Hepatic Artery / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D006801:Humans; D008099:Liver / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D011169:Portal Vein / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D011182:Postoperative Care