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World J Gastrointest Surg. May 27, 2016; 8(5): 376-381
Published online May 27, 2016. doi: 10.4240/wjgs.v8.i5.376
Table 1 Effective and important factors in common bile duct stones approach
FactorTrans-cystic approachTrans-ductal approach
Single stoneYesYes
Multiple stonesYesYes
Stones < 6 mm diameter eachYesYes
Stones > 6 mm diameter eachNoYes
Intrahepatic stonesNoYes
Diameter of cystic duct < 4 mmNoYes
Diameter of cystic duct > 4 mmYesYes
Diameter of common bile duct < 6 mmYesNo
Diameter of common bile duct > 6 mmYesYes
Suturing ability-poorYesNo