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[Bile duct injuries in laparoscopic cholecystectomy]
R Függer1, S Klimann, R M Walter
1I. Chirurgische Universitätsklinik Wien.
Helvetica Chirurgica Acta
|March 1, 1993
Summary
Iatrogenic common bile duct lesions after laparoscopic cholecystectomy caused jaundice and cholangitis. Surgical repair via hepaticojejunostomy was successful in three patients, despite initial endoscopic and radiologic intervention failures.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Oncology
- Hepatobiliary Surgery
Background:
- Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a common procedure.
- Iatrogenic injuries to the common bile duct can occur.
- These injuries may lead to significant postoperative complications.