Examining 2534 cases across 58 global centers, this study dissected the impact of cirrhosis on minimally invasive major hepatectomies (MIMH) for liver malignancies. Child-Pugh A cirrhosis correlated with increased morbidity and extended hospital stays. Child-Pugh B cirrhotics faced higher transfusion rates and prolonged hospitalization. However, matching cirrhotics with and without portal hypertension revealed no significant outcome differences. Notably, cirrhosis severity impacted MIMH difficulty and outcomes, signaling a need for nuanced difficulty scoring systems integrating cirrhosis variables.
Journal Article by Cipriani F, Aldrighetti L (…) Goh BKP et 68 al. in Ann Surg Oncol
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