Radiological and surgical differences between congenital end-to-side (Abernethy malformation) and side-to-side portocaval shunts.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2020.01.053
Abstract: OBJECTIVE Distinguishing retrohepatic end-to-side portocaval shunts (ES-PCS) and side-to-side portocaval shunts (SS-PCS) can be difficult, but it is essential for determining the treatment strategy. Our experience with retrohepatic PCS is analyzed. METHODS Since 2007, 9… read more here.
Keywords: portocaval shunts; side side; side; end side ... See more keywords
Congenital intrahepatic portocaval shunts and hypoglycemia due to secondary hyperinsulinism: a case report and review of the literature
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DOI: 10.1186/s13256-018-1881-y
Abstract: BackgroundCongenital portosystemic shunts present with various associated complications, such as other congenital malformations, hyperammonemia, or hepatopulmonary syndrome. Few cases of associated hypoglycemia have been reported so far and our case, to the best of our… read more here.
Keywords: portosystemic shunts; portocaval shunts; hypoglycemia; case ... See more keywords