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Steps for the Autologous <em>Ex vivo</em> Perfused Porcine Liver-kidney Experiment

The use of ex vivo perfused models can mimic the physiological conditions of the liver for short periods, but to maintain normal homeostasis for an ...

University Hospitals of Leicester

Mediators derived from the n-6 polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) arachidonic acid oxidation have been shown to have tumour promoting effects in experimental models, while n-3 PUFAs are thought to be protective. Here we report fatty acid concentrations in hepatic colorectal metastases compared to liver tissue without tumour in humans.

Unsaturated fatty acids differ between hepatic colorectal metastases and liver tissue without tumour in humans: results from a randomised controlled trial of intravenous eicosapentaenoic and docosahexaenoic acids.

Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) are functionally the most important omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs). Oral supply of these fatty acids increases their levels in plasma and cell membranes, often at the expense of the omega-6 PUFAs arachidonic acid (ARA) and linoleic acid. This results in an altered pattern of lipid mediator production to one which is less pro-inflammatory. We investigated whether short term intravenous supply of omega-3 PUFAs could change the levels of EPA, DHA, ARA and linoleic acid in plasma and erythrocytes in patients with hepatic colorectal metastases.

Changes in plasma and erythrocyte omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids in response to intravenous supply of omega-3 fatty acids in patients with hepatic colorectal metastases.

Accurate preoperative radiological staging of hilar cholangiocarcinoma remains difficult, and a number of patients are found to have irresectable advanced tumours or occult metastases at exploration. Staging laparoscopy can improve the detection of irresectable disease, avoiding unnecessary laparotomy. This study examines the role of staging laparoscopy in hilar cholangiocarcinoma, with a focus on yield over different time periods and identification of preoperative factors increasing the risk of irresectable disease.

Ashley R. Dennison

Department of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery

University Hospitals of Leicester

Steps for the Autologous Ex vivo Perfused Porcine Liver-kidney Experiment

Ashley R. Dennison

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University Hospitals of Leicester

Steps for the Autologous Ex vivo Perfused Porcine Liver-kidney Experiment

Department of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery