Caval reconstruction techniques in orthotopic liver transplantation

Table 6 End-to-side cavocaval anastomosis

Ref.	Anastomosis	Conclusion
Polak et al[22]	ETSCCA	Simple and safe procedure. Allows wide anastomosis and eliminates risk of venous outflow tract obstruction. Can be performed without routine TPCS. Minimal intraoperative blood products used. Can be used in first and second retransplantations
Wojcicki et al[23]	ETSCCA	Low risk of vascular outflow obstruction complications with ETSCCA. Partial portal and mesenteric vein thrombosis not a contraindication for OLT, can treat with eversion thrombectomy
Belghiti et al[47]	STSCCA, ETSCCA	Caval preservation possible in most patients. Patients tolerate transient cross-clamping of the IVC prior to reperfusion when necessary to create wide anastomosis

STSCCA: Side-to-side cavocaval anastomosis; TPCS: Temporary portocaval shunt; ETSCCA: End-to-side cavocavostomy; IVC: Inferior vena cava; OLT: Orthotopic liver transplant.