Structure of the Hepatic Vena Cava

The hepatic portion of the inferior vena cava is unique in anatomy; being the only major venous structure grooving or tunneling a major solid organ. This book reviews the interesting and clinically important anatomy of this region, and gives an update on variations commonly seen among subjects in Kenya and Africa at large. Further, the microscopic anatomy of the inferior vena cava, in relation to these variations, is explained. This book is highly recommended to medical students, clinicians, surgeons and hepatologists.