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https://doi.org/10.21857/y54jof4k3m
Overview of Variations in Liver Anatomy and Their Clinical Significance
Neva Coce
; Department of Radiology, University Hospital Centre Zagreb, Zagreb, Croatia
Luka Filipović-Grčić
; Department of Radiology, University Hospital Centre Zagreb, Zagreb, Croatia
*
Robert Režan
; Department of Radiology, University Hospital Centre Zagreb, Zagreb, Croatia
Mile Planinić
; Health Center of Zagreb County, Samobor, Croatia
Tinamarel Mandić Paulić
; Department of Radiology, University Hospital Centre Zagreb, Zagreb, Croatia
* Dopisni autor.
Sažetak
The liver performs numerous vital functions in the human body, including detoxification, nutrient metabolism, and protein synthesis. Although it is typically divided into two main lobes, the right and left, the liver can also exhibit rare anatomical variations that may impact clinical outcomes. These variations include agenesis of the right or left hepatic lobe, accessory hepatic sulci, and variations such as the “Beaver tail” liver, Riedel’s lobe, pseudolipoma of Glisson’s capsule, supradiaphragmatic liver, and ectopic liver tissue. Modern imaging techniques, such as computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and ultrasound (US), play a crucial role in identifying and characterizing these variants. A thorough understanding of these anatomical variations is essential for accurate diagnosis, effective treatment planning, and preventing complications during surgical procedures. A multidisciplinary approach and knowledge of liver anatomical variants can improve the quality of care for patients with liver diseases.
Ključne riječi
Liver Anatomical Variants; Modern Imaging Techniques; Clinical Significance; Surgical Implications
Hrčak ID:
333438
URI
Datum izdavanja:
25.6.2025.
Posjeta: 775 *