Clinical application of hemihepatic blood flow occlusion in hepatectomy

Objective To improve the method of hemihepatic blood flow occlusion in hepatectomy so as to prevent postoperative liver dysfunction. Methods A retrospective analysis was done in 37 cases treated with improved method of hemihepatic blood flow occlusion from April 2003 to November 2005 to analyze postoperative index of liver function. Results After operation, all cases obtained quick recovery of the liver function, without liver dysfunction or death occurred. Conclusion The hemihepatic blood flow occlusion for hepatectomy is an effective procedure to prevent postoperative liver dysfunction, for it is characterized by simple operation, time saving and minor complications.