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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
Published online May 27, 2016. doi: 10.4240/wjgs.v8.i5.376
Factor | Trans-cystic approach | Trans-ductal approach |
Single stone | Yes | Yes |
Multiple stones | Yes | Yes |
Stones < 6 mm diameter each | Yes | Yes |
Stones > 6 mm diameter each | No | Yes |
Intrahepatic stones | No | Yes |
Diameter of cystic duct < 4 mm | No | Yes |
Diameter of cystic duct > 4 mm | Yes | Yes |
Diameter of common bile duct < 6 mm | Yes | No |
Diameter of common bile duct > 6 mm | Yes | Yes |
Suturing ability-poor | Yes | No |
- Citation: Gupta N. Role of laparoscopic common bile duct exploration in the management of choledocholithiasis. World J Gastrointest Surg 2016; 8(5): 376-381
- URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/1948-9366/full/v8/i5/376.htm
- DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.4240/wjgs.v8.i5.376