Synopsis High Mortality rates are seen for severe liver injuries. The present study aims to compare outcomes following surgical management of severe liver injuries with and without postoperative hepatic angiography (PHA) using propensity score matching analysis. This week’s “MED FACT” discusses a clinical trial from Journal of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, “Influence of postoperative hepatic angiography on mortality after laparotomy in Grade IV/V hepatic injuries”. Authors: Matsumoto, Shokei,; Cantrell, Emily,; Jung, Kyoungwon,; Smith, Alan,; Coimbra, Raul.
Key Takeaways The use of PHA was associated with decreased mortality rates. Objective: To compare outcomes following surgical management of severe liver injuries with and without postoperative hepatic angiography (PHA) Study Type: Therapeutic study, level IV Participants: 3,871 What was the need for this study? High Mortality rates…
