DIAGNOSTICS AND TREATMENT OF OBSTRUCTIVE JAUNDICE AT CHRONIC OPISTHORCHIASIS

Area of Science:

• Medical Imaging
• Hepatology
• Parasitology

Background:

• Chronic opisthorchiasis can cause obstructive jaundice.
• Accurate diagnosis of bile duct obstruction is crucial for effective treatment.
• Visual diagnostic methods require comparative analysis for optimal application.

Purpose of the Study:

• To compare visual diagnostic methods for obstructive jaundice in chronic opisthorchiasis.
• To evaluate MR-imaging cholangiography for diagnosing bile duct blockages.
• To develop a differentiated treatment algorithm based on diagnostic findings.

Main Methods:

• Comparative analysis of visual diagnostic techniques.
• MR-imaging cholangiography for assessing bile passage blockages.
• Identification of bile duct architectural patterns in opisthorchiasis.

Main Results:

• MR-imaging cholangiography demonstrated capability for topical diagnostics of bile passage block.
• Specific architectonic types of bile passages were identified in chronic opisthorchiasis.
• A differentiated treatment algorithm was developed and implemented.

Conclusions:

• MR-imaging cholangiography is a valuable tool for diagnosing obstructive jaundice in chronic opisthorchiasis.
• Understanding bile duct architecture aids in treatment planning.
• A structured approach to diagnosis and treatment improves patient management.