[Estimation of liver volume as a function of the individual's morphology].

Abstract

Computed tomography using transversal scanning, may be usefull in the determination of liver volume. The aim of this study is to evaluate this technique in living subjects and to determine a relationship between liver volume and morphological body surface area and other morphological criteria. In a series of 25 patients, liver volume was computed from the body surface area, using a mathematical function. This method allow a quick and accurate determination of the liver volume which could be used in liver transplantation for a better matching between donor liver and recipient.