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[Cholelithiasis in childhood]
J C Hoeffel1, C Mezeray, P Bruch
1Röntengenabteilung Kinderspital Vandoeuvre-les-Nancy, Frankreich.
Aktuelle Radiologie
|January 1, 1993
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Abdominal ultrasound is improving childhood bile duct stone diagnosis. While surgery isn't always needed, regular ultrasound follow-ups are beneficial for monitoring these cases.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Gastroenterology
- Diagnostic Imaging
Background:
- Bile duct calculi (stones) in children were historically less frequently diagnosed.
- Advancements in imaging technology have enhanced diagnostic capabilities.
Abstract:
Ultrasound examination of the abdomen permits us to diagnose in childhood much more bile duct calculi than before. Surgery is not necessary in all cases but a follow-up with ultrasound is usefull.