Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Videos

The normal cholangiogram.

R B Lasser, S E Silvis, J A Vennes

    The American Journal of Digestive Diseases
    |July 1, 1978
    PubMed
    Summary
    This summary is machine-generated.

    This study measured the normal extra-hepatic bile duct diameter using endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography. Results show duct caliber slightly increases with age, with measurements differing from prior reports.

    Related Concept Videos

    You might also read

    Related Articles

    Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

    Sort by
    Same author

    A randomized, controlled trial of transcutaneous carbon dioxide monitoring during ERCP.

    Gastrointestinal endoscopy·2000
    Same author

    Ten-year response to stenting in a patient with primary sclerosing cholangitis.

    Gastrointestinal endoscopy·1998
    Same author

    Silicone-covered Wallstent prototypes for palliation of malignant esophageal obstruction and digestive-respiratory fistulas.

    Gastrointestinal endoscopy·1997
    Same author

    The use of a wire mesh stent in treating biliary obstruction caused by shrapnel.

    Gastrointestinal endoscopy·1996
    Same author

    A randomized blinded comparison of omeprazole and ranitidine in the treatment of chronic esophageal stricture secondary to acid peptic esophagitis.

    Gastrointestinal endoscopy·1996
    Same author

    The placebo in modern medicine.

    Gastrointestinal endoscopy·1996
    Same journal

    Comparative gastroenterology.

    The American journal of digestive diseases·2020
    Same journal

    Comparative gastroenterology.

    The American journal of digestive diseases·2020
    Same journal

    Comparative gastroenterology.

    The American journal of digestive diseases·2020
    Same journal

    The role of the coenzymes of the B complex vitamins and amino acids in muscle metabolism and balanced nutrition.

    The American journal of digestive diseases·2010
    Same journal

    A method for bio-assay for extracts which inhibit gastric secretion.

    The American journal of digestive diseases·2010
    Same journal

    The isolation and testing of fecal streptococci.

    The American journal of digestive diseases·2010
    See all related articles

    Area of Science:

    • Medical Imaging
    • Gastroenterology
    • Anatomy

    Background:

    • Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is a key diagnostic tool.
    • Understanding normal biliary tract dimensions is crucial for diagnosing pathology.
    • Previous studies on normal cholangiogram measurements show variability.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To establish normative measurements of the normal extra-hepatic bile duct.
    • To compare these measurements with previously reported data.
    • To investigate the correlation between bile duct caliber and age.

    Main Methods:

    • Measurements were taken during ERCP in two patient groups: healthy individuals (n=49) and those with liver disease (n=25).
    • The extra-hepatic bile duct was segmented into three regions for measurement: common hepatic duct, prepancreatic, and interpancreatic portions.

    Related Experiment Videos

  • Data analysis focused on establishing a range of normal diameters (2.1–9.2 mm) and age-related trends.

    • Main Results:

    • Normal extra-hepatic bile duct measurements ranged from 2.1 to 9.2 mm.
    • A slight increase in bile duct caliber was observed with advancing age.
    • Current findings suggest smaller measurements compared to some previous studies, potentially due to case selection differences.

    Conclusions:

    • Normative data for the normal extra-hepatic bile duct using ERCP have been established.
    • Age is a minor factor influencing bile duct caliber.
    • Discrepancies with prior research highlight the importance of consistent methodology and patient selection in cholangiogram studies.