Spectrum of normal or near-normal sonographic findings after orthotopic liver transplantation.
The initial imaging immediately after orthotopic liver transplantation is generally performed with ultrasound. Although significant posttransplant complications do occur, many abnormal findings including minor vascular waveform abnormalities, anastomotic mismatches, and fluid collections can be seen in asymptomatic patients. It is important to differentiate these benign findings from more serious complications to avoid unnecessary intervention.
Brody
Marion B
MB
Department of Radiology, Albert Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA 19141-3098, USA.
Rodgers
Shuchi K
SK
Horrow
Mindy M
MM
D006801:Humans; D008107:Liver Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000209:etiology*; D016031:Liver Transplantation / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D018570:Risk Assessment; D014463:Ultrasonography / Q000379:methods*