HPB : the official journal of the International Hepato Pancreato Biliary Association
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Elevated portal pressure in response to major liver resection is associated with impaired liver regeneration and increased postoperative complications. Terlipressin, a splanchnic vasoconstrictor used for treatment of hepatorenal syndrome, was tested for reduction of complications and renal protection after liver resection. ⋯ NCT01921985.