Portal vein angioplasty and stenting
Dilation and stenting of a portal vein stenosis, often post-liver transplant.
The information below is provided for general educational purposes only. It describes the procedure in general terms and may not apply to your specific situation. Only your interventional radiologist can provide you with personalized information adapted to your case.
What does this intervention involve?
Background
Post-transplant/post-surgical portal vein stenosis threatening the graft.
Procedure
Transhepatic or transjugular access. Balloon dilation ± stenting. Duration: 1-2 hours.
Risks
Hepatic bleeding, portal thrombosis, stent migration.
Recovery
1-2 nights. Doppler follow-up.
Practical information
Local anesthesia. Hospital stay: 1 to 2 nights.
This information does not replace a medical consultation. Each procedure is adapted to the patient's individual situation. Your doctor will explain the specific details, expected benefits and potential risks during your consultation.
Doctors and centers/departments performing this intervention
2 doctors
Dr Vincent DUROUS
Radiologue interventionnelAnnecy, Argonay
Dr Nicolas VILLARD
Radiologue interventionnelLausanne