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C H Houben1, H Y Wong, W C Mou
1Division of Paediatric Surgery and Paediatric Urology, Department of Surgery, Prince of Wales Hospital, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, Hong Kong SAR, China. chhouben@web.de
Pediatric Surgery International
|July 17, 2013
Summary
A simplified laparoscopic technique for cholecysto-cholangiography aids in diagnosing neonatal cholestasis. This method effectively differentiates biliary atresia from other causes of prolonged infant jaundice.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Surgery
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Neonatology
Background:
- Neonatal cholestatic disorder necessitates accurate diagnosis, often involving cholangiography.
- Differentiating biliary atresia from other causes of prolonged neonatal jaundice is crucial for timely intervention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a simplified laparoscopic-assisted cholecysto-cholangiography technique.
- To evaluate the efficacy of this simplified method in diagnosing neonatal cholestatic disorders.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective chart review of 18 infants (aged 41-104 days) undergoing laparoscopic-assisted cholecysto-cholangiography from May 2002 to April 2012.
- Routine fixation of the gallbladder fundus to the lateral abdominal wall during the procedure.
Main Results:
- The technique successfully identified ten cases with a patent bile duct system and eight cases of biliary atresia.
- Optimal radiographic assessment of both extra- and intra-hepatic bile ducts was achieved.
- Two cases required minor repair for bile leaks at the puncture site.
Conclusions:
- Laparoscopic-assisted cholecysto-cholangiography with gallbladder fixation is a simple and effective method for diagnosing neonatal cholestasis.
- This technique provides optimal visualization for differentiating biliary atresia in infants with prolonged jaundice.
