A Real-Time, Telemetric Method for Continuous Measurement of Portal Pressures

作者:Schwartz Jason*; Rohrwasser Andreas; Hillas Elaine; Hatch Jenny; Sorensen John; Gayowski Timothy; Hutson William; Lalouel Jean Marc
来源:Journal of Surgical Research, 2010, 159(2): 618-621.
DOI:10.1016/j.jss.2009.10.026

摘要

The ability to longitudinally monitor portal and splanchnic pressures would greatly enhance the understanding of acute and chronic liver disease by helping to assess the immediate and long-term impact of therapeutic manipulations. However, a technique for measuring portal pressures in the ambulatory setting is not currently available. To overcome this difficulty, we utilized an approach that involved the implantation of a miniature telemetric device, equipped with a specially-designed pressure transmission catheter, into the spleen of an anesthetized mouse. Using this approach, portal pressures were measured continuously over 5 d in conscious, unrestrained animals, the availability of which will help facilitate studies of the portal circulation requiring long-term stability.

  • 出版日期2010-4

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