Objective: To explore the value of the microsurgical technique in the reconstruction of hepatic artery.
Methods: From September 2000 to June 2001, we performed liver transplantation for 11 patients including living related liver transplantation (4) and 7 orthotopic liver transplantation (7). Arterial reconstruction was performed under an operating microscope.
Results: No patients developed hepatic arterial thrombosis and serious complication, nor death for multiple organ failure.
Conclusion: Microsurgical technique in reconstruction of the hepatic artery can improve surgical outcome, not only in orthotopic liver transplantation but also in living related liver transplantation.