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Percutaneous transhepatic biliary drainage twelve years' experience
G M Gazzaniga1, A Faggioni, G Bondanza
11st Dept. General Surgery, San Martino Hospital Genoa, Italy.
Hepato-Gastroenterology
|October 1, 1990
Summary
Percutaneous transhepatic biliary drainage (PTBD) is a valuable procedure for hepatobiliary surgery. This study found PTBD to be effective with a low complication rate when performed by experienced physicians.
Area of Science:
- Interventional Radiology
- Hepatobiliary Surgery
- Gastroenterology
Background:
- Percutaneous transhepatic biliary drainage (PTBD) is an established interventional radiology technique.
- Effective biliary drainage is crucial for managing various hepatobiliary conditions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy and safety of percutaneous transhepatic biliary drainage (PTBD).
- To assess the outcomes and complication rates of PTBD in a large patient cohort.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 362 percutaneous transhepatic biliary drainage (PTBD) procedures.
- Data collection on drain placement success, clinical outcomes, and complications.
Main Results:
- Successful drain placement in 350 (96.7%) of 362 cases.
- Good or fair results achieved in 338 (96.6%) of cases with effective drainage.
- Low mortality rate of 0.8% (3 cases) and manageable complication rates.
Conclusions:
- Percutaneous transhepatic biliary drainage (PTBD) is a highly effective and safe procedure for biliary drainage.
- PTBD should be readily available in centers specializing in hepatobiliary surgery.
- Skilled performance is key to achieving optimal outcomes with PTBD.