Use of Coronary Techniques in Celiac and Hepatic Artery Stenting in Post-Hepatic Transplant Patients

Authors

Harpreet Parmar, Aurora Health CareFollow
Ryan Beard, Aurora Health CareFollow
Mark W. Mewissen, Aurora Cardiovascular Services, Aurora Sinai/Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Centers, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public HealthFollow
Armaan Shaikh, Aurora Health CareFollow
Tanvir Bajwa, Aurora Cardiovascular Services, Aurora Sinai/Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Centers, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public HealthFollow

Publication Date

8-14-2015

Keywords

stenosis, liver transplant, hepatic artery, celiac artery

Abstract

Hepatic artery stenosis (HAS) remains a rare but serious complication after liver transplantation. While invasive surgical techniques were needed for HAS treatment in the past, recently endovascular techniques, including hepatic artery stenting, have been proven to be a safe and effective treatment. The present work focused on a review of the recent literature regarding HAS as well as recent cases demonstrating the various presentations of HAS and the variety of approaches to endovascular intervention. Our single-center experience has shown endovascular treatment of HAS to be safe and effective, including the two specific cases discussed here. While further research is needed, endovascular stenting as a treatment for HAS appears to be a promising, minimally invasive technique to help aid in the long-term health of post-liver transplant patients.

Recommended Citation

Parmar H, Beard R, Mewissen MW, Shaikh A, Bajwa T. Use of coronary techniques in celiac and hepatic artery stenting in post-hepatic transplant patients. J Patient-Centered Res Rev. 2015;2:127-131. doi:10.17294/2330-0698.1196