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[Fine-needle percutaneous transhepatic cholangiography. 84 cases]
La Nouvelle Presse Medicale
|March 12, 1977
Summary
Percutaneous transhepatic cholangiography (PTC) is a valuable radiological technique for visualizing the biliary tract when other methods fail. This study details the technique and outcomes of 84 PTC procedures.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Gastroenterology
- Interventional Radiology
Background:
- Conventional intravenous cholangiography can be inadequate for biliary tract visualization.
- Alternative radiological techniques are necessary when standard methods fail, particularly in cases of jaundice.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report the results of 84 percutaneous transhepatic cholangiographies (PTC).
- To describe the fine-needle technique for PTC.
- To discuss the value of PTC compared to other non-surgical biliary tract opacification methods.
Main Methods:
- Percutaneous transhepatic cholangiography (PTC) was performed using a fine needle.
- Eighty-four procedures were analyzed.
Main Results:
- The study reports on the outcomes of 84 fine-needle percutaneous transhepatic cholangiography procedures.
- The technique is noted for its simplicity, good tolerance, and effective results.
Conclusions:
- Percutaneous transhepatic cholangiography (PTC) is a highly effective radiological method for biliary tract opacification.
- PTC offers a valuable alternative when intravenous cholangiography is insufficient or fails.