Predictors of post-hepatectomy liver failure in patients undergoing extensive liver resections for hepatocellular carcinoma

Abstract

MELD score, bilirubin, alpha-fetoprotein and platelet count showed significant predictive value for PHLF/I (all <i>p</i><0.05). A composite score based on these factors serves as guideline for physicians to better select patients undergoing extensive resections to minimize PHLF.