Case Report of Portal Vein Stent Placement for Portal Vein Stenosis due to Recurrence of Hilar Cholangiocarcinoma

Abstract

Portal vein stent placement for portal vein stenosis due to malignancies is reported to be a safe and effective procedure for decreasing portal vein pressure. We treated a case requiring a portal vein stent for portal vein stenosis due to recurrence of hilar cholangiocarcinoma. After portal vein stent placement, the portal venous flow increased, and liver function was well maintained. Portal hypertension has not occurred during the follow-up period. In selected cases, portal vein stent placement is likely an effective procedure for preventing the complications caused by portal hypertension. It also improves QOL.