Significance and Clinical Implications of Morphometric and Morphological Variability in Cadaveric Liver.

Abstract

Background This study aimed to identify morphological variations, conduct morphometry of the liver, and present its clinical implications. Methodology The study was conducted on 35 preserved cadaveric livers without macroscopic abnormalities. Morphological features such as shape and size were studied and variations such as the absence of lobe, accessory fissures, or accessory lobes were noted in all specimens. Results The caudate lobe was absent in one liver, and the quadrate lobe was absent in six livers. Moreover, seven livers had accessory fissures, and accessory lobes were seen in six livers. The left lobe with a lingular process was seen in three livers, and diaphragmatic grooves were present in seven livers. Conclusions The present research is helpful to radiologists, surgeons, and anatomists as it demonstrates the different morphological variations in the liver.