Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Videos

[A new indication for transcutaneous cholangioscopy].

J Cernoch1

  • 1Chirurgická klinika Fakultní nemocnice, Ostrava Poruba.

Vnitrni Lekarstvi
|July 23, 2002
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Related Concept Videos

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

[Recommendations for the diagnosis and therapy of vulvovaginitis].

Ceska gynekologie·2002
Same author

[Severe forms of late gestoses].

Ceskoslovenska gynekologie·1993
Same author

[Concluding recommendations for care related to decreasing maternal mortality in the Czech Republic].

Ceskoslovenska gynekologie·1993
Same author

[Aggressive angiomyxoma of the female pelvis and perineum, M-8841/1].

Ceskoslovenska patologie·1991
Same author

[Percutaneous transhepatic drainage of the bile ducts].

Casopis lekaru ceskych·1990
Same author

[Implantation of a bile duct prosthesis through the skin and liver].

Casopis lekaru ceskych·1990
Same journal

Pharmacological profile of mepolizumab.

Vnitrni lekarstvi·2023
Same journal

Atypical form of Goodpasture's disease.

Vnitrni lekarstvi·2023
Same journal

Differentiated thyroid cancer - possible risks of treatment, suppressive therapy and adherence to current recommendations.

Vnitrni lekarstvi·2023
Same journal

Dyslipidemia - the known unknown.

Vnitrni lekarstvi·2023
Same journal

Internal comorbidities and complications of multiple sclerosis therapy - don't be caught off guard!

Vnitrni lekarstvi·2023
Same journal

Implications of highly suppressive treatment HIV infection.

Vnitrni lekarstvi·2023
See all related articles

Transcutaneous cholangioscopy offers a safe new method for recanalizing severed bile ducts, particularly in high-risk patients. This technique, using a Palmaz stent, shows promising short-term success in restoring biliary continuity.

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology and Hepatology
  • Interventional Radiology
  • Surgical Innovation

Context:

  • Complete severing of biliary pathways presents a significant challenge, often due to high surgical risk or post-operative adhesions.
  • Percutaneous transhepatic drainage is frequently employed for managing complications like cholangitis in these patients.
  • Existing treatment options for biliary pathway severance are limited, especially for patients unsuitable for conventional surgery.

Purpose:

  • To evaluate the safety and efficacy of transcutaneous cholangioscopy and recanalization for complete biliary pathway severance.
  • To assess the utility of a needle-knife for recanalization and a Palmaz stent for restoring biliary continuity.
  • To establish a minimally invasive treatment alternative for patients with increased surgical risk.

Summary:

Related Experiment Videos

  • Transcutaneous cholangioscopy was performed on twelve patients with complete biliary severance who were poor surgical candidates.
  • Recanalization was achieved using a needle-knife, followed by Palmaz metal prosthesis insertion to restore duct continuity.
  • The procedure demonstrated a 100% success rate with no complications in the short term.

Impact:

  • Establishes transcutaneous cholangioscopy with recanalization as a safe and effective new method for complex biliary injuries.
  • Provides a viable treatment option for high-risk patients, potentially avoiding major surgery.
  • Highlights the importance of long-term follow-up to fully ascertain the durability of the repair.