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Percutaneous treatments for biliary diseases.
H Akiyama1, T Okazaki, I Takashima
1Department of Surgery, Hiroshima City ASA General Hospital, Japan.
Radiology
|July 1, 1990
Summary
Percutaneous treatments for biliary diseases are safe and effective, especially for elderly or high-risk patients. This minimally invasive approach achieved a 91.3% success rate with manageable complications.
Area of Science:
- Interventional Radiology
- Gastroenterology
- Hepatobiliary Surgery
Background:
- Biliary diseases pose significant risks, particularly for elderly or high-risk individuals.
- Traditional surgical options may carry substantial risks for these patient populations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the safety and efficacy of percutaneous treatment for various biliary diseases.
- To assess outcomes in elderly and high-risk patients undergoing percutaneous biliary interventions.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 173 cases involving percutaneous treatment for biliary conditions.
- Inclusion criteria focused on patients with acute cholecystitis, cholangitis, stones, obstructive jaundice, and stenosis.
Main Results:
- Successful treatment in 158 out of 173 patients (91.3%).
- Complications occurred in 9.8% of cases, mostly mild and manageable.
- Mortality rate was low at 1.2%, with one death unrelated to the procedure.
Conclusions:
- Percutaneous treatment is a safe and effective modality for managing biliary diseases.
- This approach offers a viable option for elderly and high-risk patients, minimizing procedural risks.