Abstract
A technique for temporary occlusion of the splenic artery during construction of the distal splenorenal shunt is described. This maneuver is proposed to reduce intraoperative blood loss associated with mobilization of the splenic vein in the cirrhotic patient.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 458-459 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | American Surgeon |
Volume | 50 |
Issue number | 8 |
State | Published - 1984 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery