Editorial
Copyright ©2009 The WJG Press and Baishideng.
World J Gastroenterol. Sep 7, 2009; 15(33): 4097-4104
Published online Sep 7, 2009. doi: 10.3748/wjg.15.4097
Table 3 Terblanche clinical classification for assessment of long-term results of surgical bile duct repair
GradeResult
IExcellentNo biliary symptoms with normal liver function
IIGoodTransitory symptoms, currently no symptoms and normal liver function
IIIFairClearly related symptoms requiring medical therapy and/or deteriorating liver function
IVPoorRecurrent stricture requiring correction, or related death