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Laparoscopic Common Bile Duct Exploration in Patients with a Previous History of Biliary Tract Surgery
Published on: February 10, 2023
[Closure of the bile ducts following exploration]
Abstract:
One indication for cholangioscopy is a doubtful intraoperative cholangiogram. Cholangioscopy is usually performed by a choledochotomy, occasionally it can be done via the cystic duct stump. Primary closure of the choledochotomy using a forward and backward suture is possible. In cases of severe cholangitis T-tube external drainage of the bile is performed. The method and experience of 208 endoscopic examinations is reported, 71 via the cystic duct stump and 137 via a choledochotomy.

