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Choledochal cyst.

L Spitz

    Surgery, Gynecology & Obstetrics
    |September 1, 1978
    PubMed
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    Roux-en-Y choledochocystojejunostomy offers excellent short and long-term results for choledochal cysts, making it a recommended primary treatment. Excision is best reserved for complicated cases.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Surgical Procedures
    • Pediatric Surgery

    Background:

    • Choledochal cysts are congenital bile duct anomalies.
    • Treatment options include excision and internal drainage procedures like Roux-en-Y choledochocystojejunostomy.
    • Excision is often considered the preferred method.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the efficacy of Roux-en-Y choledochocystojejunostomy as a primary treatment for choledochal cysts.
    • To compare the outcomes of Roux-en-Y choledochocystojejunostomy with primary excision.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review of treatment methods for choledochal cysts.
    • Analysis of patient outcomes following Roux-en-Y choledochocystojejunostomy.

    Main Results:

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    • Approximately two-thirds of patients undergoing Roux-en-Y choledochocystojejunostomy report excellent short- and long-term results.
    • Despite arguments for primary excision, Roux-en-Y choledochocystojejunostomy demonstrates favorable outcomes.

    Conclusions:

    • Roux-en-Y choledochocystojejunostomy is a viable and recommended primary treatment for choledochal cysts.
    • Consideration should be given to recommending Roux-en-Y choledochocystojejunostomy for inexperienced surgeons.
    • Excision should be reserved for patients with complications.