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Filiberto AC, Nyren MQ, Underwood PW, Balch JA, Abbott KL, Efron PA, Sarosi GA, Bihorac A, Upchurch GR, Loftus TJ. Resource use for cholecystectomy with versus without cholangiography: A multicenter, propensity-matched analysis. Surgery 2023; 174:152-158. [PMID: 37188579 DOI: 10.1016/j.surg.2023.04.027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2022] [Revised: 02/23/2023] [Accepted: 04/09/2023] [Indexed: 05/17/2023]
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BACKGROUND Intraoperative cholangiography may allow for earlier identification of common bile duct injury and choledocholithiasis. The role of intraoperative cholangiography in decreasing resource use related to biliary pathology remains unclear. This study tests the null hypothesis that there is no difference in resource use for patients undergoing laparoscopic cholecystectomy with versus without intraoperative cholangiography. METHODS This retrospective, longitudinal cohort study included 3,151 patients who underwent laparoscopic cholecystectomy at 3 university hospitals. To minimize differences in baseline characteristics while maintaining adequate statistical power, propensity scores were used to match 830 patients who underwent intraoperative cholangiography at surgeon discretion and 795 patients who underwent cholecystectomy without intraoperative cholangiography. Primary outcomes were the incidence of postoperative endoscopic retrograde cholangiography, the interval between surgery and endoscopic retrograde cholangiography, and total direct costs. RESULTS In the propensity-matched analysis, the intraoperative cholangiography and no intraoperative cholangiography cohorts had similar age, comorbidities, American Society of Anesthesiologists Sequential Organ Failure Assessment scores, and total/direct bilirubin ratios. The intraoperative cholangiography cohort had a lower postoperative endoscopic retrograde cholangiography (2.4% vs 4.3%; P = .04), a shorter interval between cholecystectomy and endoscopic retrograde cholangiography (2.5 [1.0-17.8] vs 4.5 [2.0-9.5] days; P = .04), and shorter length of stay (0.3 [0.2-1.5] vs 1.4 [0.3-3.2] days; P < .001). Patients undergoing intraoperative cholangiography had lower total direct costs ($4.0K [3.6K-5.4K] vs $8.1K [4.9K-13.0K]; P < .001). There were no differences in 30-day or 1-year mortality among the cohorts. CONCLUSION Compared with laparoscopic cholecystectomy without intraoperative cholangiography, cholecystectomy with intraoperative cholangiography was associated with decreased resource use, which was primarily attributable to decreased incidence and the earlier timing of postoperative endoscopic retrograde cholangiography.
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- College of Medicine, University of Florida Health, Gainesville, FL. https://twitter.com/Molly_Nyren
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- Department of Surgery, University of Florida Health, Gainesville, FL. https://twitter.com/P_Underwood21
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- Department of Surgery, University of Florida Health, Gainesville, FL. https://twitter.com/balchja
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- Department of Surgery, University of Florida Health, Gainesville, FL
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- Department of Surgery, University of Florida Health, Gainesville, FL
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- Department of Surgery, University of Florida Health, Gainesville, FL
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- Department of Medicine, University of Florida Health, Gainesville, FL. https://twitter.com/AzraBihorac
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- Department of Surgery, University of Florida Health, Gainesville, FL. https://twitter.com/gru6n
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- Department of Surgery, University of Florida Health, Gainesville, FL.
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Ukhanov AP, Zakharov DV, Zhilin SA, Bolshakov SV, Muminov KD, Aselderov YA. [Modern minimally invasive technologies for the treatment of cholelithiasis]. Khirurgiia (Mosk) 2023:33-40. [PMID: 36800867 DOI: 10.17116/hirurgia202303133] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/22/2023]
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Surgical community has not yet reached any consensus on the adequate treatment of gallstone disease with combined stones of the gallbladder and bile ducts. Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and endoscopic papillosphincterotomy (EPST) followed by laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LCE) have been considered the optimal treatment method for the past thirty years. Thanks to improvement of technologies and experience in laparoscopic surgery, many centers in the world offer simultaneous treatment of cholecystocholedocholithiasis, i.e. LCE and laparoscopic choledocholithotomy. Transcystical and transcholedochal extraction of calculi from the common bile duct is the most common. Intraoperative cholangiography and choledochoscopy are used to assess extraction of calculi while T-shaped drainage, biliary stent and primary suture of common bile duct are used to complete choledocholithotomy. Laparoscopic choledocholithotomy is associated with certain difficulties, requires some experience in choledochoscopy and intracorporeal suturing of common bile duct. There are many unresolved issues regarding the choice of laparoscopic choledocholithotomy technique depending on the number and dimensions of stones, diameter of cystic duct and common bile duct. The authors analyze literature data on the role of modern minimally invasive interventions in the treatment of gallstone disease.
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- A P Ukhanov
- Central Clinical Hospital, Veliky Novgorod, Russia.,Jaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University, Veliky Novgorod, Russia
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- Central Clinical Hospital, Veliky Novgorod, Russia.,Jaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University, Veliky Novgorod, Russia
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- Central Clinical Hospital, Veliky Novgorod, Russia.,Jaroslav the Wise Novgorod State University, Veliky Novgorod, Russia
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- Central Clinical Hospital, Veliky Novgorod, Russia
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Kanikovskyi OY, Karyi YV, Dovgan IP, Al Qatawneh AMBM. CHARACTERIZATION OF STRUCTURAL DISORDERS OF THE LIVER DEPENDING ON THE DURATION OF SUBHEPATIC CHOLESTASIS IN PATIENTS OF DIFFERENT AGE GROUPS. WIADOMOSCI LEKARSKIE (WARSAW, POLAND : 1960) 2023; 76:9-16. [PMID: 36883484 DOI: 10.36740/wlek202301101] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/09/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The aim: To study structural disorders of the liver depending on the duration of subhepatic cholestasis in patients of different age groups. PATIENTS AND METHODS Materials and methods: 50 obstructive jaundice patients were subdivided into two groups. Group I (n = 25) consisted of young (18-44-year-old) and middle-aged patients (45-59-year-old), while the Group II (n = 25) included elderly (60-74-year-old) and senile patients (75-90-year-old). RESULTS Results: We performed morphological and morphometric studies of 50 liver biopsy specimens taken from patients of different age groups with different duration of obstructive jaundice: less than 7 days, 7-14 days, 14-21 days, 21-28 days, and over 28 days. CONCLUSION Conclusions: In patients of the Groups I and II, pathological hepatic changes in the early stages of mechanical jaundice were manifested in the form of he-patocyte dystrophy and hepatitis development. In the Group I patients, manifestations of steatohepatitis, fibrosis and initial signs of liver cirrhosis were noted in the late stages of subhepatic cholestasis. In addition to the above-mentioned changes, Group II patients, in the late stages of mechanical jaundice, presented signs of severe fibrosis and well-shaped liver cirrhosis. Taking into account the above morphological changes in the liver with different duration of subhepatic cholestasis, we consider reasonable to decompress bile ducts in patients of older age groups at earlier stages of mechanical jaundice compared to young and middle-aged patients, thus preventing post-decompression liver dysfunction and the subsequent development of biliary cirrhosis.
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- NATIONAL PIROGOV MEMORIAL MEDICAL UNIVERSITY, VINNYTSIA,UKRAINE
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Pizzicannella M, Barberio M, Lapergola A, Gregori M, Maurichi FA, Gallina S, Benedicenti P, Viola MG. One-stage approach to cholecystocholedocholithiasis treatment: a feasible surgical strategy for emergency settings and frail patients. Surg Endosc 2022; 36:8560-8567. [PMID: 35997815 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-022-09537-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2022] [Accepted: 08/05/2022] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND Cholecystocholedocholithiasis (CCL) occurs in up to 18% of patients undergoing laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC). The two-stage treatment using endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) followed by LC is the treatment of choice for CCL. However, only 10 to 60% of patients have common bile duct (CBD) stones at the time of ERCP, thus exposing patients to unnecessary ERCPs, causing 3 to 15% of post-interventional pancreatitis. One-stage laparoscopic-endoscopic rendezvous (LERV) is an alternative for the treatment of CCL. Given the selective top-to-bottom CBD cannulation, LERV reduces the risk of pancreatitis and failed CBD cannulation. Additionally, LERV is performed exclusively in patients presenting CBD stones at intraoperative cholangiography, avoiding unnecessary ERCPs. Despite its advantages, considering the logistical burden of coordinating different specialties, LERV is performed in few centers. Here, we present the largest retrospective series of LERVs performed at our department, analyzing elective and emergency procedures. METHODS All consecutive patients undergoing LERV for CCL between January 2014 and December 2021 were included. LERV success rate, operative time, biliary outflow restoration rate, postoperative complications (POC), length of hospital stay (LOS), and recurrences were analyzed. RESULTS 181 patients were included (61 elective LERVs, 120 emergency LERVs). We reported a 100% LERV success rate, a 97.79% biliary outflow restoration rate, a 0% conversion rate, a mean intraoperative time of 120.17 ± 31.35 min, and LOS of 4.00 ± 2.82 days. POC included 7 Clavien-Dindo type 1, 11 type 2, and 3 type 3 cases. Seven patients presented with CBD stone recurrence: 2 within 30 days after discharge, 3 within 6 months after discharge, and 2 patients at 1 year. No statistically significant difference was found between elective and emergency patients. CONCLUSION LERV is safe, representing a valid option even in emergency settings, thus enabling the management of CCL within a single procedure, consequently sparing additional anesthesia and decreasing post-ERCP complications.
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- Margherita Pizzicannella
- Endoscopy Unit, Ospedale Card. G. Panico, Tricase, Italy.
- IHU-Strasbourg, Institute of Image-Guided Surgery, Strasbourg, France.
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- General Surgery Department, Ospedale Card. G. Panico, Tricase, Italy
- IRCAD, Research Institute Against Digestive Cancer, Strasbourg, France
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- Department of Visceral and Digestive Surgery, Nouvel Hôpital Civil, Strasbourg University Hospital, Strasbourg, France
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- General Surgery Department, Policlinico Casilino, Rome, Italy
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Kim KH. Need to identify the risk factor for stone recurrence after common bile duct exploration. JOURNAL OF MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY 2021; 24:8-9. [PMID: 35601281 PMCID: PMC8965991 DOI: 10.7602/jmis.2021.24.1.8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2021] [Revised: 03/12/2021] [Accepted: 03/13/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Choledocholithiasis and cholecystitis are among the most common surgical conditions in the hepato-pancreato-biliary section. The recurrence of common bile duct (CBD) stones is considered an unsolved problem after cholecystectomy. In the setting of recurrent CBD stones, the management approach is regular follow-up after surgery in patients with the risk factors of recurrence. Many contributing factors also predispose the patient to the formation of recurrent primary CBD stones. Therefore, it is essential to evaluate the more influential risk factors and their role in predicting the occurrence of CBD stones.
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- Kee-Hwan Kim
- Division of Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, Department of Surgery, Uijeongbu St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea
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Zhou H, Wang S, Fan F, Peng J. Primary closure with knotless barbed suture versus traditional T-tube drainage after laparoscopic common bile duct exploration: a single-center medium-term experience. J Int Med Res 2019; 48:300060519878087. [PMID: 31612768 PMCID: PMC7262853 DOI: 10.1177/0300060519878087] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Objective Primary closure of the common bile duct (CBD) after laparoscopic CBD exploration (LCBDE) is a technical challenge. The present study was performed to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of this surgical method. Methods This retrospective study of surgical efficacy and safety involved 79 patients who underwent primary CBD closure with a knotless unidirectional barbed suture or traditional T-tube drainage after LCBDE for CBD stones. Results The average suturing time, operation time, and postoperative hospital stay were significantly shorter in the primary closure group than T-tube group. There were no significant differences in the mean diameter of the CBD, number of stones, or incidence of postoperative complications between the two groups. No patients developed recurrence of CBD stones during the median follow-up of 21.5 months. Conclusions After LCBDE and intraoperative choledochoscopy, primary closure with knotless unidirectional barbed sutures is a safe and effective therapeutic option for patients with cholelithiasis and concurrent CBD stones. This is especially true when the CBD is dilated more than 8 mm.
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- Huijiang Zhou
- Department of General Surgery, the Fourth Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Yiwu, Zhejiang, China.,Department of General Surgery, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of General Surgery, the Fourth Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Yiwu, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of General Surgery, the Fourth Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Yiwu, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of General Surgery, the Fourth Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Yiwu, Zhejiang, China
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Gad EH, Zakaria H, Kamel Y, Alsebaey A, Zakareya T, Abbasy M, Mohamed A, Nada A, Abdelsamee MA, Housseni M. Surgical (Open and laparoscopic) management of large difficult CBD stones after different sessions of endoscopic failure: A retrospective cohort study. Ann Med Surg (Lond) 2019. [DOI: https:/doi.org/10.1016/j.amsu.2019.05.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/17/2023] Open
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Gad EH, Zakaria H, Kamel Y, Alsebaey A, Zakareya T, Abbasy M, Mohamed A, Nada A, Abdelsamee MA, Housseni M. Surgical (Open and laparoscopic) management of large difficult CBD stones after different sessions of endoscopic failure: A retrospective cohort study. Ann Med Surg (Lond) 2019. [DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.amsu.2019.05.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/16/2023] Open
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Gad EH, Zakaria H, Kamel Y, Alsebaey A, Zakareya T, Abbasy M, Mohamed A, Nada A, Abdelsamee MA, Housseni M. Surgical (Open and laparoscopic) management of large difficult CBD stones after different sessions of endoscopic failure: A retrospective cohort study. Ann Med Surg (Lond) 2019; 43:52-63. [PMID: 31198552 PMCID: PMC6556483 DOI: 10.1016/j.amsu.2019.05.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/11/2019] [Revised: 05/18/2019] [Accepted: 05/23/2019] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Objectives For complicated common bile duct stones (CBDS) that cannot be extracted by endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), management can be safely by open or laparoscopic CBD exploration (CBDE). The study aimed to assess these surgical procedures after endoscopic failure. Methods We analyzed 85 patients underwent surgical management of difficult CBDS after ERCP failure, in the period from 2013 to 2018. Results Sixty-seven (78.8%) and 18(21.2%) of our patients underwent single and multiple ERCP sessions respectively. An impacted large stone was the most frequent cause of ERCP failure (60%). Laparoscopic CBDE(LCBDE), open CBDE(OCBDE) and the converted cases were 24.7% (n = 21), 70.6% (n = 60), and 4.7% (n = 4) respectively. Stone clearance rate post LCBDE and OCBDE reached 95.2% and 95% respectively, Eleven (12.9%) of our patients had postoperative complications without mortality. By comparing LCBDE and OCBDE; there was a significant association between the former and longer operative time. On comparing, T-tube and 1ry CBD closure in both OCBDE and LCBDE, there was significantly longer operative time, and post-operative hospital stays in the former. Furthermore, in OCBDE group, choledocoscopy had an independent direction to 1ry CBD repair and significant association with higher stone clearance rate, shorter operative time, and post-operative hospital stay. Conclusion Large difficult CBDS can be managed either by open surgery or laparoscopically with acceptable comparable outcomes with no need for multiple ERCP sessions due to their related morbidities; furthermore, Open choledocoscopy has a good impact on stone clearance rate with direction towards doing primary repair that is better than T-tube regarding operative time and post-operative hospital stay.
Large difficult CBD stones can be managed either by open surgery or laparoscopically with acceptable comparable outcomes. No need for multiple ERCP sessions due to their related morbidities. Open choledocoscopy has a good impact on stone clearance rate with direction towards doing primary repair. Primary repair is better than T-tube regarding operative time and post-operative hospital stay.
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- Emad Hamdy Gad
- Hepatobiliary Surgery, National Liver Institute, Menoufia University, Shebein Elkoum, Egypt
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- Hepatobiliary Surgery, National Liver Institute, Menoufia University, Shebein Elkoum, Egypt
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- Anaesthesia, National Liver Institute, Menoufia University, Shebein Elkoum, Egypt
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- Hepatology and Endoscopy, National Liver Institute, Menoufia University, Shebein Elkoum, Egypt
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- Hepatology and Endoscopy, National Liver Institute, Menoufia University, Shebein Elkoum, Egypt
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- Hepatology and Endoscopy, National Liver Institute, Menoufia University, Shebein Elkoum, Egypt
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- Hepatology and Endoscopy, National Liver Institute, Menoufia University, Shebein Elkoum, Egypt
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- Hepatology and Endoscopy, National Liver Institute, Menoufia University, Shebein Elkoum, Egypt
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- Intervention Radiology, National Liver Institute, Menoufia University, Shebein Elkoum, Egypt
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Gad EH, Zakaria H, Kamel Y, Alsebaey A, Zakareya T, Abbasy M, Mohamed A, Nada A, Abdelsamee MA, Housseni M. Surgical (Open and laparoscopic) management of large difficult CBD stones after different sessions of endoscopic failure: A retrospective cohort study. ANNALS OF MEDICINE AND SURGERY (2012) 2019. [PMID: 31198552 DOI: 10.1016/j.amsu.2019.05.007.] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/01/2022]
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Objectives For complicated common bile duct stones (CBDS) that cannot be extracted by endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), management can be safely by open or laparoscopic CBD exploration (CBDE). The study aimed to assess these surgical procedures after endoscopic failure. Methods We analyzed 85 patients underwent surgical management of difficult CBDS after ERCP failure, in the period from 2013 to 2018. Results Sixty-seven (78.8%) and 18(21.2%) of our patients underwent single and multiple ERCP sessions respectively. An impacted large stone was the most frequent cause of ERCP failure (60%). Laparoscopic CBDE(LCBDE), open CBDE(OCBDE) and the converted cases were 24.7% (n = 21), 70.6% (n = 60), and 4.7% (n = 4) respectively. Stone clearance rate post LCBDE and OCBDE reached 95.2% and 95% respectively, Eleven (12.9%) of our patients had postoperative complications without mortality. By comparing LCBDE and OCBDE; there was a significant association between the former and longer operative time. On comparing, T-tube and 1ry CBD closure in both OCBDE and LCBDE, there was significantly longer operative time, and post-operative hospital stays in the former. Furthermore, in OCBDE group, choledocoscopy had an independent direction to 1ry CBD repair and significant association with higher stone clearance rate, shorter operative time, and post-operative hospital stay. Conclusion Large difficult CBDS can be managed either by open surgery or laparoscopically with acceptable comparable outcomes with no need for multiple ERCP sessions due to their related morbidities; furthermore, Open choledocoscopy has a good impact on stone clearance rate with direction towards doing primary repair that is better than T-tube regarding operative time and post-operative hospital stay.
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- Emad Hamdy Gad
- Hepatobiliary Surgery, National Liver Institute, Menoufia University, Shebein Elkoum, Egypt
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- Hepatobiliary Surgery, National Liver Institute, Menoufia University, Shebein Elkoum, Egypt
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- Anaesthesia, National Liver Institute, Menoufia University, Shebein Elkoum, Egypt
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- Hepatology and Endoscopy, National Liver Institute, Menoufia University, Shebein Elkoum, Egypt
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- Hepatology and Endoscopy, National Liver Institute, Menoufia University, Shebein Elkoum, Egypt
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- Hepatology and Endoscopy, National Liver Institute, Menoufia University, Shebein Elkoum, Egypt
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- Hepatology and Endoscopy, National Liver Institute, Menoufia University, Shebein Elkoum, Egypt
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- Hepatology and Endoscopy, National Liver Institute, Menoufia University, Shebein Elkoum, Egypt
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- Intervention Radiology, National Liver Institute, Menoufia University, Shebein Elkoum, Egypt
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Palermo M, Neto MG. Gallbladder stones in bariatrics and management of choledocholithiasis after gastric bypass. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF GASTROINTESTINAL INTERVENTION 2019. [DOI: 10.18528/ijgii180035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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- Mariano Palermo
- Department of Bariatric Surgery, Centro CIEN – Diagnomed, Affiliated Institution to the University of Buenos Aires and DAICIM Foundation, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Department of Surgery, Florida Interntional University and Endovitta Institute, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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Passi M, Inamdar S, Hersch D, Dowling O, Sejpal DV, Trindade AJ. Inpatient Choledocholithiasis Requiring ERCP and Cholecystectomy: Outcomes of a Combined Single Inpatient Procedure Versus Separate-Session Procedures. J Gastrointest Surg 2018; 22:451-459. [PMID: 28971298 DOI: 10.1007/s11605-017-3588-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2017] [Accepted: 09/13/2017] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Separate-session endoscopic retrograde cholangiography (ERCP) and laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) is the usual method for management of inpatient choledocholithiasis. Our goal was to compare single operative-session LC and ERCP to a multi-session approach for both the same hospitalization and within 30 days after; there is limited data comparing the three groups. METHODS A retrospective review on inpatients with choledocholithiasis that underwent ERCP and LC was performed. Single operative-session ERCP + LC (SOS group) and separate hospitalization ERCP + LC (DH group) were compared against the control cohort: separate-session ERCP + LC performed during the same hospitalization (SH group). RESULTS Among the 214 cases, 37 (17%) had LC + ERCP performed under a single operative session (SOS), 130 (60.7%) cases had LC + ERCP performed in separate operative sessions during the same hospitalization (SH), and 47 (22%) cases had LC + ERCP performed in different hospitalizations, within 30 days (DH). There was no statistically significant difference in efficacy or adverse events. The SOS group had a statistically significant mean shorter length of hospital stay as compared to the SH and DH groups (5.46 vs 7.15 vs 9.38; p = 0.05 and 0.02). There was a statistically significant reduction in the total cost of care in the SOS group versus the SH group ($59,221 vs $75, 808; p = 0.007). CONCLUSION The SOS approach is safe, efficacious, and cost-efficient when compared to separate operative sessions. This approach can be considered in situations where it is preferable for the patient to undergo a single session of anesthesia, without compromising technical success and safety.
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- Monica Passi
- Hofstra Northwell School of Medicine, Northwell Health System, Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, 270-05 76th Avenue, New Hyde Park, NY, 11040, USA
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- Hofstra Northwell School of Medicine, Northwell Health System, Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, 270-05 76th Avenue, New Hyde Park, NY, 11040, USA
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- Hofstra Northwell School of Medicine, Northwell Health System, Department of Anesthesia, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, New Hyde Park, NY, USA
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- Hofstra Northwell School of Medicine, Northwell Health System, Department of Anesthesia, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, New Hyde Park, NY, USA
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- Hofstra Northwell School of Medicine, Northwell Health System, Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, 270-05 76th Avenue, New Hyde Park, NY, 11040, USA
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- Hofstra Northwell School of Medicine, Northwell Health System, Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, 270-05 76th Avenue, New Hyde Park, NY, 11040, USA.
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Tarantino G, Magistri P, Ballarin R, Assirati G, Di Cataldo A, Di Benedetto F. Surgery in biliary lithiasis: from the traditional "open" approach to laparoscopy and the "rendezvous" technique. Hepatobiliary Pancreat Dis Int 2017; 16:595-601. [PMID: 29291778 DOI: 10.1016/s1499-3872(17)60031-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2016] [Accepted: 12/16/2016] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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BACKGROUND According to the current literature, biliary lithiasis is a worldwide-diffused condition that affects almost 20% of the general population. The rate of common bile duct stones (CBDS) in patients with symptomatic cholelithiasis is estimated to be 10% to 33%, depending on patient's age. Compared to stones in the gallbladder, the natural history of secondary CBDS is still not completely understood. It is not clear whether an asymptomatic choledocholithiasis requires treatment or not. For many years, open cholecystectomy with choledochotomy and/or surgical sphincterotomy and cleaning of the bile duct were the gold standard to treat both pathologies. Development of both endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and laparoscopic surgery, together with improvements in diagnostic procedures, influenced new approaches to the management of CBDS in association with gallstones. DATA SOURCES We decided to systematically review the literature in order to identify all the current therapeutic options for CBDS. A systematic literature search was performed independently by two authors using PubMed, EMBASE, Scopus and the Cochrane Library Central. RESULTS The therapeutic approach nowadays varies greatly according to the availability of experience and expertise in each center, and includes open or laparoscopic common bile duct exploration, various combinations of laparoscopic cholecystectomy and ERCP and combined laparoendoscopic rendezvous. CONCLUSIONS Although ERCP followed by laparoscopic cholecystectomy is currently preferred in the majority of hospitals worldwide, the optimal treatment for concomitant gallstones and CBDS is still under debate, and greatly varies among different centers.
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- Giuseppe Tarantino
- Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery and Liver Transplantation Unit, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, 41124 Modena, Italy.
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- Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery and Liver Transplantation Unit, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, 41124 Modena, Italy; Department of General Surgery, Sapienza-University of Rome, 00189 Rome, Italy
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- Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery and Liver Transplantation Unit, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, 41124 Modena, Italy
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- Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery and Liver Transplantation Unit, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, 41124 Modena, Italy
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- Department of Surgical Sciences, Organ Transplantation and Advanced Technologies, University of Catania, 95124 Catania, Italy
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- Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery and Liver Transplantation Unit, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, 41124 Modena, Italy
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Choi YS, Do JH, Suh SW, Lee SE, Kang H, Park HJ. Risk factors for the late development of common bile duct stones after laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Surg Endosc 2017; 31:4857-4862. [PMID: 28664425 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-017-5698-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2017] [Accepted: 06/22/2017] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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BACKGROUND The development of common bile duct (CBD) stones after laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) could be a stressful event for surgeons and patients. The purpose of this study was to investigate the risk factors for and the time of occurrence of CBD stones, which are detected at a certain period after LC in patients who have no history of having CBD stone before operation. METHODS A total of 1938 patients who underwent LC for benign gallbladder lesion were retrospectively analyzed. The patients were categorized into two groups according to the development of CBD stones at least 6 months after LC (case group, control group). The risk factors for and the time of development of CBD stones after LC were evaluated. RESULTS In a univariate analysis, the significant factors for the development of CBD stones were old age, acute cholecystitis, the presence of periampullary diverticulum, and the presence of gall bladder stones sized <0.55 cm. By multivariate analysis, acute cholecystitis (OR: 3.082, 95% CI: 1.306-7.272, p = 0.010), the presence of periampullary diverticulum (OR: 7.950, 95% CI: 3.425-18.457, p < 0.001), and the presence of gall bladder stones sized < 0.55 cm (OR: 5.647, 95% CI: 1.310-24.346, p = 0.020) were independent factors that could predict the development of CBD stones at least 6 months after LC. The time intervals of the development of CBD stones had evenly distributed during 50 months after LC. CONCLUSION This study suggested that the surgeon should inform the possibility of the development of CBD stones who have the identified risk factors.
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- Yoo Shin Choi
- Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, Chung-Ang University, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, College of Medicine, Chu ng-Ang University, 224-1 Heuksuk-dong, Dongjak-gu, 156-755, Seoul, South Korea.
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- Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, Chung-Ang University, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, Chung-Ang University, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, College of Medicine, Chung-Ang University, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Radiology, College of Medicine, Chung-Ang University, Seoul, South Korea
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Liu Z, Zhang L, Liu Y, Gu Y, Sun T. Efficiency and Safety of One-Step Procedure Combined Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy and Eretrograde Cholangiopancreatography for Treatment of Cholecysto-Choledocholithiasis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Am Surg 2017. [DOI: 10.1177/000313481708301129] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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We aimed to evaluate the efficiency and safety of one-step procedure combined endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) for treatment of patients with cholecysto-choledocholithiasis. A prospective randomized study was performed on 63 consecutive cholecysto-choledocholithiasis patients during 2008 and 2011. The efficiency and safety of one-step procedure was assessed by comparing the two-step LC with ERCP + endoscopic sphincterotomy (EST). Outcomes including intraoperative features, postoperative features (length of stay and postoperative complications) were evaluated. One- or two-step procedure of LC with ERCP + EST was successfully performed in all patients, and common bile duct stones were completely removed. Statistical analyses showed that length of stay and pulmonary infection rate were significantly lower in the test group compared with that in the control group (P < 0.05), whereas no statistical difference in other outcomes was found between the two groups (all P > 0.05). The one-step procedure of LC with ERCP + ESTis superior to the two-step procedure for treatment of patients with cholecysto-choledocholithiasis regarding to the reduced hospital stay and inhibited occurrence of pulmonary infections. Compared with two-step procedure, one-step procedure of LC with ERCP + EST may be a superior option for cholecysto-choledocholithiasis patients treatment regarding to hospital stay and pulmonary infections.
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- Zhiyi Liu
- Department of General Surgery, Fourth Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Fourth Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Physical examination, Central Hospital of Changchun City, Changchun, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Fourth Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Fourth Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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Liu D, Cao F, Liu J, Xu D, Wang Y, Li F. Risk factors for bile leakage after primary closure following laparoscopic common bile duct exploration: a retrospective cohort study. BMC Surg 2017; 17:1. [PMID: 28056934 PMCID: PMC5217550 DOI: 10.1186/s12893-016-0201-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2016] [Accepted: 12/24/2016] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Background Primary closure following laparoscopic common bile duct exploration (LCBDE) has been widely adopted because of the efficacy and safety in treatment of common bile duct (CBD) stones. However, the risk factors for bile leakage, the most common complication after primary closure, has not been clarified yet. Methods A retrospective cohort study of patients who underwent LCBDE with primary closure after choledochotomy between Feb. 2012 and Jun. 2016 was performed. Risk factors for bile leakage were identified by logistic regression inculding demographic factors, preoperative condition and surgical details. Results Between Feb. 2012 and Jun. 2016, a total of 265 LCBDE procedures were applied in our hospital and 141 patients with primary closure were included in this study. Bile leakage occurred in 11.3% (16/141) of these patients, and happened more frequently in patients with slender CBD (<1 vs ≥1 cm, 31.6% vs 7.0%, p = 0.04) and those managed by inexperienced surgeons (initial 70 cases vs later cases, 17.1% vs 5.6%, p = 0.04). After multivariable regression, the diameter of CBD [OR 95% CI, 3.799 (1.081–13.349), p = 0.04] and experience of surgeons [OR 95% CI, 4.228 (1.330–13.438), p = 0.03] were significantly related to bile leakage. Conclusion Slender CBD and inexperienced surgeons were the high risk factors for bile leakage after primary closure following LCBDE.
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- Dongbin Liu
- Department of General Surgery, Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100053, People's Republic of China.
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- Department of General Surgery, Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100053, People's Republic of China
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- Department of General Surgery, Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100053, People's Republic of China
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- Department of General Surgery, Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100053, People's Republic of China
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- Department of General Surgery, Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100053, People's Republic of China
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- Department of General Surgery, Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100053, People's Republic of China
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Gallstone disease is a common and frequently occurring disease in human, and it is the main disease among the digestive system diseases. The incidence of gallstone disease in western countries is about 5%-22%, and common bile duct stones (CBDS) accounts for 8%-20%. CBDS easily lead to biliary obstruction, secondary cholangitis, pancreatitis, and obstructive jaundice, even endanger life. Therefore, it needs timely treatment once diagnosed. The recurrence of choledocholithiasis after bile duct stones clearance involves complicated factors and cannot be completely elaborated by a single factor. The risk factors for recurrence of choledocholithiasis include bacteria, biliary structure, endoscopic and surgical treatment, and inflammation. The modalities for management of choledocholithiasis are endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), laparoscopic or open common bile duct exploration, dissolving solutions, extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy (ESWL), percutaneous radiological interventions, electrohydraulic lithotripsy (EHL) and laser lithotripsy. We compare the different benefits between surgery and ERCP. And finally, we make a summary of the current strategy for reducing the recurrence of CBDS and future perspectives for CBDS management.
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- b Department of General Surgery , Jing'an District Center Hospital of Shanghai (Huashan Hospital Fudan University Jing'an Branch) , Shanghai , PR China
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- c Department of General Surgery , Huashan Hospital, Fudan University , Shanghai , PR China
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Intraoperative ERCP for management of cholecystocholedocholithiasis. Surg Endosc 2016; 31:809-816. [PMID: 27334962 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-016-5036-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/24/2016] [Accepted: 06/11/2016] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND The introduction of minimally invasive techniques in management of biliary problems added new procedures for treating patients with cholecystocholedocholithiasis (CCL). This study presents the results of intraoperative ERCP (IOERCP) during LC as a single-session minimally invasive procedure for management of patients who have preoperatively diagnosed CBD stones. METHODS The database of patients presented to our center by CCL between October 2007 and December 2015 who were treated by LC and IOERCP was collected and analyzed. CBD stones were diagnosed using clinical data, laboratory tests and abdominal sonogram. MRCP was requested for doubtful cases. In the first cases ERCP was done using rendezvous technique, but in late cases standard ERCP immediately after completion of LC under the same anesthesia was used. Preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative data were recorded, analyzed and reported. Data reported include success/failure rate, complications, conversion to open surgery, operative details and incidence of residual CBD stones. RESULTS The study was conducted on 346 patients who had CCL. The mean age was 34.7 years, and 298 of them were females. The most common presentation was abdominal pain (98.5 %) and jaundice (64.9 %). Fifteen patients were excluded, and IOERCP was not done due to negative IOC results in 10 patients and conversion to open surgery in 5 patients. IOERCP was tried in the remaining 331 patients. The mean operative time was 55 min, and the mean hospital stay was 2.4 days. Major complications had been reported in 13/323 patients (4.0 %). Failure of CBD clearance was reported in 8 patients (2.4 %) with a success rate of 97.6 %. Thirty-day follow-up was possible in 142 patients, and there was a residual CBD stone in one patient and wound infection in another one. CONCLUSIONS IOERCP during LC is a safe and effective option for management of CCL.
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Gupta N. Role of laparoscopic common bile duct exploration in the management of choledocholithiasis. World J Gastrointest Surg 2016; 8:376-381. [PMID: 27231516 PMCID: PMC4872066 DOI: 10.4240/wjgs.v8.i5.376] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2015] [Revised: 12/30/2015] [Accepted: 02/24/2016] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Surgical fraternity has not yet arrived at any consensus for adequate treatment of choledocholithiasis. Sequential treatment in the form of pre-operative endoscopic retrograde cholangio-pancreatography followed by laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) is considered as optimal treatment till date. With refinements in technique and expertise in field of minimal access surgery, many centres in the world have started offering one stage management of choledocholithiasis by LC with laparoscopic common bile duct exploration (LCBDE). Various modalities have been tried for entering into concurrent common bile duct (CBD) [transcystic (TC) vs transcholedochal (TD)], for confirming stone clearance (intraoperative cholangiogram vs choledochoscopy), and for closure of choledochotomy (T-tube vs biliary stent vs primary closure) during LCBDE. Both TC and TD approaches are safe and effective. TD stone extraction is involved with an increased risk of bile leaks and requires more expertise in intra-corporeal suturing and choledochoscopy. Choice depends on number of stones, size of stone, diameter of cystic duct and CBD. This review article was undertaken to evaluate the role of LCBDE for the management of choledocholithiasis.
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Ge N, Sun S, Sun S, Wang S, Liu X, Wang G. Endoscopic ultrasound-assisted transmural cholecystoduodenostomy or cholecystogastrostomy as a bridge for per-oral cholecystoscopy therapy using double-flanged fully covered metal stent. BMC Gastroenterol 2016; 16:9. [PMID: 26782105 PMCID: PMC4717638 DOI: 10.1186/s12876-016-0420-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2015] [Accepted: 01/08/2016] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) has become the 'gold standard' for the treatment of symptomatic gallstones. Innovative methods are being introduced, and these procedures include transgastric or transcolonic endoscopic cholecystectomy. However, before clinical implementation, instruments still need modification, and a more convenient treatment is still needed. Moreover, some gallbladders still have good functionality and cholecystectomy may be associated with various complications. The aim of this study was to evaluate the trans-gastrointestinal tract cholecystoscopy technique in the treatment of gallbladder disease without cholecystectomy. METHOD Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)-guided cholecystoduodenostomy or cholecystogastrostomy with the placement of a double-flanged fully covered metal stent was performed and endoscopic sphincterotomy (EST) was also performed during this procedure for those patients with accompanying common bile duct stones. One or two weeks later the stent was removed and an endoscope was advanced into the gallbladder via the fistula, and cholecystolithotomy or polyp resection was performed. Four weeks later gallbladder was assessed by abdominal ultrasound. RESULTS EUS guided cholecystoduodenostomy (n = 3) or cholecystogastrostomy (n = 4) with double flanged mental stent deployment was successfully performed in all of 7 patients. After the procedure, fistulas had formed in each of the patients and the stents were removed. Endoscopic cholecystolithotomy(7) and polyps resection(2) were successfully performed through the fistulas. Common bile duct stones were also successfully removed in 5 patients. The ultrasound examination of the gallbladder 4 weeks later showed no stones remaining and also showed satisfactory functioning of the gallbladder. CONCLUSION The EUS-guided placement of a novel metal stent is a safe and simple approach for performing an endoscopic cholecystoduodenostomy or cholecystogastrostomy, which can subsequently allow procedures to be performed for treating biliary disease, including cholecystolithotomy.
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- Nan Ge
- Endoscopy Center, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, No. 36, Sanhao Street, Shenyang, Liaoning Province, 110004, China
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- Endoscopy Center, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, No. 36, Sanhao Street, Shenyang, Liaoning Province, 110004, China.
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- Anesthesia Department, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, No. 36, Sanhao Street, Shenyang, Liaoning Province, 110004, China
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- Endoscopy Center, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, No. 36, Sanhao Street, Shenyang, Liaoning Province, 110004, China
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- Endoscopy Center, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, No. 36, Sanhao Street, Shenyang, Liaoning Province, 110004, China
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- Endoscopy Center, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, No. 36, Sanhao Street, Shenyang, Liaoning Province, 110004, China
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Mohamed MA, Bahram MAL, Ammar MS, Nassar AHM. One-Session Laparoscopic Management of Combined Common Bile Duct and Gallbladder Stones Versus Sequential ERCP Followed by Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A 2015; 25:482-5. [PMID: 25951293 DOI: 10.1089/lap.2014.0582] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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AIM This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of laparoscopic management of common bile duct (CBD) stones in a single session in comparison with two-session procedures including endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC). The most popular approach to treat CBD stones that were detected before LC is with ERCP followed by LC. This two-session approach has some disadvantages, which include spontaneous passage of stones found on magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography while awaiting ERCP, the risk for CBD stone passage between ERCP and LC or during LC due to excessive gallbladder handling, and the need for multiple anesthesia sessions and hospital admissions within a short interval. PATIENTS AND METHODS A prospective outcome analysis was done for 150 patients with CBD stones treated either laparoscopically in a single session with either transcystic exploration (conducted in 23 cases) or CBD exploration (conducted in 46 cases) (Group I included 75 patients) or via two sessions using ERCP followed by cholecystectomy (Group II included 75 patients). RESULTS The rate of CBD clearance in Group I was 94.7%, whereas it was 97% in Group II. Group I is superior to Group II with regard to the operative time. There were no significant differences between the two groups regarding conversion to the open procedure, hospital stay, or postoperative complications. CONCLUSIONS The single-session laparoscopic management of CBD stones is as safe and effective as the gold standard sequential ERCP followed by LC with nearly the same rate of success, hospital stay, and complications.
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- Moharram A Mohamed
- 1 General Surgery Department, Menoufyia University Hospitals , Shibin El Kom, Menoufyia, Egypt
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- 1 General Surgery Department, Menoufyia University Hospitals , Shibin El Kom, Menoufyia, Egypt
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- 1 General Surgery Department, Menoufyia University Hospitals , Shibin El Kom, Menoufyia, Egypt
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- 2 General Surgery Department, Monklands Hospital , NHS Lanarkshire, Airdrie, Scotland, United Kingdom
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Costi R, Gnocchi A, Di Mario F, Sarli L. Diagnosis and management of choledocholithiasis in the golden age of imaging, endoscopy and laparoscopy. World J Gastroenterol 2014; 20:13382-13401. [PMID: 25309071 PMCID: PMC4188892 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v20.i37.13382] [Citation(s) in RCA: 96] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2014] [Revised: 03/23/2014] [Accepted: 05/29/2014] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Biliary lithiasis is an endemic condition in both Western and Eastern countries, in some studies affecting 20% of the general population. In up to 20% of cases, gallbladder stones are associated with common bile duct stones (CBDS), which are asymptomatic in up to one half of cases. Despite the wide variety of examinations and techniques available nowadays, two main open issues remain without a clear answer: how to cost-effectively diagnose CBDS and, when they are finally found, how to deal with them. CBDS diagnosis and management has radically changed over the last 30 years, following the dramatic diffusion of imaging, including endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) and magnetic resonance cholangiography (MRC), endoscopy and laparoscopy. Since accuracy, invasiveness, potential therapeutic use and cost-effectiveness of imaging techniques used to identify CBDS increase together in a parallel way, the concept of “risk of carrying CBDS” has become pivotal to identifying the most appropriate management of a specific patient in order to avoid the risk of “under-studying” by poor diagnostic work up or “over-studying” by excessively invasive examinations. The risk of carrying CBDS is deduced by symptoms, liver/pancreas serology and ultrasound. “Low risk” patients do not require further examination before laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Two main “philosophical approaches” face each other for patients with an “intermediate to high risk” of carrying CBDS: on one hand, the “laparoscopy-first” approach, which mainly relies on intraoperative cholangiography for diagnosis and laparoscopic common bile duct exploration for treatment, and, on the other hand, the “endoscopy-first” attitude, variously referring to MRC, EUS and/or endoscopic retrograde cholangiography for diagnosis and endoscopic sphincterotomy for management. Concerning CBDS diagnosis, intraoperative cholangiography, EUS and MRC are reported to have similar results. Regarding management, the recent literature seems to show better short and long term outcome of surgery in terms of retained stones and need for further procedures. Nevertheless, open surgery is invasive, whereas the laparoscopic common bile duct clearance is time consuming, technically demanding and involves dedicated instruments. Thus, although no consensus has been achieved and CBDS management seems more conditioned by the availability of instrumentation, personnel and skills than cost-effectiveness, endoscopic treatment is largely preferred worldwide.
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Ahn DW, Jeong JB. Is initial cholecystectomy is an optimal strategy for patients with suspected choledocholithiasis? THE KOREAN JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY 2014; 64:176-8. [PMID: 25376059 DOI: 10.4166/kjg.2014.64.3.176] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Vindal A, Chander J, Lal P, Mahendra B. Comparison between intraoperative cholangiography and choledochoscopy for ductal clearance in laparoscopic CBD exploration: a prospective randomized study. Surg Endosc 2014; 29:1030-8. [PMID: 25154888 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-014-3766-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2014] [Accepted: 07/19/2014] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND Laparoscopic CBD exploration (LCBDE) is an accepted treatment modality for single stage management of CBD stones in fit patients. A transcholedochal approach is preferred in patients with a dilated CBD and large impacted stones in whom ductal clearance remains problematic. There are very few studies comparing intraoperative cholangiography (IOC) with choledochoscopy to determine ductal clearance in patients undergoing transcholedochal LCBDE. This series represents the first of those comparing the two from Asia. METHODS Between April 2009 and October 2012, 150 consecutive patients with CBD stones were enrolled in a prospective randomized study to undergo transcholedochal LCBDE on an intent-to-treat basis. Patients with CBD diameter of less than 9 mm on preoperative imaging were excluded from the study. Out of the 132 eligible patients, 65 patients underwent IOC (Group A), and 67 patients underwent intraoperative choledochoscopy (Group B) to determine CBD clearance. RESULTS There were no differences between the two groups in the demographic profile and the preoperative biochemical findings. There was no conversion to open procedures, and complete stone clearance was achieved in all the 132 cases. The mean CBD diameter and the mean number of CBD stones removed were comparable between the two groups. Mean operating time was 170 min in Group A and 140 min in Group B (p < 0.001). There was no difference in complications between the two groups. Nine patients in Group A (13.8%) showed non-passage of contrast into the duodenum on IOC which resolved after administration of i.v. glucagon, suggesting a transient spasm of sphincter of Oddi. Two patients (3%) showed a false-positive result on IOC which had to be resolved with choledochoscopy. CONCLUSIONS The present study showed that intraoperative choledochoscopy is better than IOC for determining ductal clearance after transcholedochal LCBDE and is less cumbersome and less time-consuming.
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- Anubhav Vindal
- Division of Minimal Access Surgery, Department of Surgery, Maulana Azad Medical College, University of Delhi, New Delhi, 110002, India,
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Chuang SH, Chen PH, Chang CM, Tsai YF, Lin CS. Single-incision laparoscopic common bile duct exploration with conventional instruments: an innovative technique and a comparative study. J Gastrointest Surg 2014; 18:737-43. [PMID: 24347312 DOI: 10.1007/s11605-013-2420-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2013] [Accepted: 11/15/2013] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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BACKGROUND Single-incision laparoscopic surgery developed rapidly in recent years. We introduce an innovative technique: single-incision laparoscopic common bile duct exploration (SILCBDE) with conventional instruments. A retrospective comparison between SILCBDE and standard laparoscopic common bile duct exploration (LCBDE) was analyzed. METHODS Thirty-four patients who underwent LCBDE for choledocholithiasis in a period of 17 months were enrolled. Seventeen standard LCBDEs and 17 SILCBDEs were attempted. Simultaneous cholecystectomies were performed. RESULTS The stone clearance rate was 94.1% (16 patients) in the standard LCBDE group and 100% in the SILCBDE group. There was no statistical difference in demographic distribution, clinical presentations, and operative results between the two groups, except the SILCBDE group had a higher rate of acute cholecystitis than the standard LCBDE group (76.5 vs. 35.3%; p < 0.05). One procedure (5.9%) in the SILCBDE group was converted to a four-incision transcystic LCBDE. The complication rate was 11.8% (two patients) in the standard LCBDE group and 5.9% (one patient) in the SILCBDE group. The average follow-up period was 4.2 months. CONCLUSION SILCBDE is as safe and efficacious as standard LCBDE in experienced hands. Choledochoscope manipulation and bile duct repair are the key skills. Long-term follow-up and further prospective randomized trials are anticipated.
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- Shu-Hung Chuang
- Department of Biological Science and Technology, National Chiao Tung University, No.75 Po-Ai Street, Hsin-Chu, 30068, Taiwan
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Ding YB, Deng B, Liu XN, Wu J, Xiao WM, Wang YZ, Ma JM, Li Q, Ju ZS. Synchronous vs sequential laparoscopic cholecystectomy for cholecystocholedocholithiasis. World J Gastroenterol 2013; 19:2080-2086. [PMID: 23599628 PMCID: PMC3623986 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v19.i13.2080] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2012] [Revised: 01/04/2013] [Accepted: 01/13/2013] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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AIM: To compare synchronous laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) combined with endoscopic sphincterotomy (EST) and sequential LC combined with EST for treating cholecystocholedocholithiasis.
METHODS: A total of 150 patients were included and retrospectively studied. Among these, 70 were selected for the synchronous operation, in which the scheme was endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography combined with EST during LC. The other 80 patients were selected for the sequential operation, in which the scheme involved first cutting the papillary muscle under endoscopy and then performing LC. The indexes in the two groups, including the operation time, the success rate, the incidence of complications, and the length of the hospital stay, were observed.
RESULTS: There were no significant differences between the groups in terms of the numbers of patients, sex distribution, age, American Society of Anesthesiologists score, serum bilirubin, γ-glutamyl transpeptidase, mean diameter of common bile duct stones, and previous medical and surgical history (P = 0.54, P = 0.18, P = 0.52, P = 0.22, P = 0.32, P = 0.42, P = 0.68, P = 0.70, P = 0.47 and P = 0.57). There was no significant difference in the surgical operation time between the two groups (112.1 ± 30.8 min vs 104.9 ± 18.2 min). Compared with the sequential operation group, the incidence of pancreatitis was lower (1.4% vs 6.3%), the incidence of hyperamylasemia (1.4% vs 10.0%, P < 0.05) was significantly reduced, and the length of the hospital stay was significantly shortened in the synchronous operation group (3 d vs 4.5 d, P < 0.001).
CONCLUSION: For treatment of cholecystocholedocholithiasis, synchronous LC combined with EST reduces incidence of complications, decreases length of hospital stay, simplifies the surgical procedure, and reduces operation time.
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Sgourakis G, Lanitis S, Karaliotas C, Gockel I, Kaths M, Karaliotas C. [Laparoscopic versus endoscopic primary management of choledocholithiasis. A retrospective case-control study]. Chirurg 2013; 83:897-903. [PMID: 22476872 DOI: 10.1007/s00104-012-2279-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND The aim was to present the long-term results of one-stage laparoscopic procedure for the management of common bile duct (CBD) lithiasis in comparison with the primary endoscopic approach via ERCP. PATIENTS AND METHODS A retrospective case-control study was performed to determine the outcome of patients treated for CBD lithiasis (04/1997 - 11/2011). Data of patients with choledocholithiasis undergoing the two treatment modalities - laparoscopic common bile duct exploration plus laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LCBDE + LC, group A, n = 101) versus endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography/sphincterotomy and laparoscopic cholecystectomy (ERCP/S + LC, group B, n = 116) were matched according to their clinical characteristics. Patients of group A underwent either laparoscopic choledochotomy or transcystic exploration. The policy was to convert to open choledochotomy only after the sequential application of the two treatment modalities (laparoscopic/endoscopic procedure) had failed. RESULTS No significant difference in morbidity was found between the groups (group A 8% versus group B 11.2%). Conversion to another procedure was mandatory in 12 out of 101 and 17 out of 116 patients of groups A and B, respectively. The mean follow-up period was 7.8 years (range 1-12 years). Effective laparoscopic treatment of CBD stones (cholecystectomy and CBD clearance) was possible in 89 of the 101 patients in group A (88.1%) compared with 99 of the 116 patients in group B (85.4%) after the endoscopic approach. CONCLUSIONS This study showes that both - primary endoscopy and one-stage laparoscopic management of CBD lithiasis - are highly effective and safe with comparable results.
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- G Sgourakis
- 2nd Surgical Department and Surgical Oncology Unit of Korgialenio - Benakio, Red Cross Hospital Athens, Athens, Greece
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Tommasi C, Bencini L, Bernini M, Naspetti R, Cavallina G, Manetti R, Talamucci L, Farsi M. Routine Use of Simultaneous Laparoendoscopic Approach in Patients with Confirmed Gallbladder and Bile Duct Stones: Fit for Laparoscopy Fit for “Rendezvous”. World J Surg 2013; 37:999-1005. [PMID: 23430003 DOI: 10.1007/s00268-013-1962-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Duncan CB, Riall TS. Evidence-based current surgical practice: calculous gallbladder disease. J Gastrointest Surg 2012; 16:2011-25. [PMID: 22986769 PMCID: PMC3496004 DOI: 10.1007/s11605-012-2024-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 82] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2012] [Accepted: 08/15/2012] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Gallbladder disease is common and, if managed incorrectly, can lead to high rates of morbidity, mortality, and extraneous costs. The most common complications of gallstones include biliary colic, acute cholecystitis, common bile duct stones, and gallstone pancreatitis. Ultrasound is the initial imaging modality of choice. Additional diagnostic and therapeutic studies including computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography, endoscopic ultrasound, and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography are not routinely required but may play a role in specific situations. DISCUSSION Biliary colic and acute cholecystitis are best treated with early laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Patients with common bile duct stones should be managed with cholecystectomy, either after or concurrent with endoscopic or surgical relief of obstruction and clearance of stones from the bile duct. Mild gallstone pancreatitis should be treated with cholecystectomy during the initial hospitalization to prevent recurrence. Emerging techniques for cholecystectomy include single-incision laparoscopic surgery and natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery. Early results in highly selected patients demonstrate the safety of these techniques. The management of complications of the gallbladder should be timely and evidence-based, and choice of procedures, particularly for common bile duct stones, is largely influenced by facility and surgeon factors.
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- Casey B Duncan
- Department of Surgery, The University of Texas Medical Branch, 301 University Boulevard, Galveston, TX 77555-0541, USA
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Prevention and treatment of bile duct injuries during laparoscopic cholecystectomy: the clinical practice guidelines of the European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES). Surg Endosc 2012; 26:3003-39. [PMID: 23052493 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-012-2511-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 54] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2012] [Accepted: 07/29/2012] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is one of the most common surgical procedures in Europe (and the world) and has become the standard procedure for the management of symptomatic cholelithiasis or acute cholecystitis in patients without specific contraindications. Bile duct injuries (BDI) are rare but serious complications that can occur during a laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Prevention and management of BDI has given rise to a host of publications but very few recommendations, especially in Europe. METHODS A systematic research of the literature was performed. An international expert panel was invited to appraise the current literature and to develop evidence-based recommendations. Statements and recommendations were drafted after a consensus development conference in May 2011, followed by presentation and discussion at the annual congress of the EAES held in Torino in June 2011. Finally, full guidelines were consented and adopted by the expert panel via e-mail and web conference. RESULTS A total of 1,765 publications were identified through the systematic literature search and additional submission by panellists; 671 publications were selected as potentially relevant. Only 46 publications fulfilled minimal methodological criteria to support Clinical Practice Guidelines recommendations. Because the level of evidence was low for most of the studies, most statements or recommendations had to be based on consensus of opinion among the panel members. A total of 15 statements and recommendations were developed covering the following topics: classification of injuries, epidemiology, prevention, diagnosis, and management of BDI. CONCLUSIONS Because BDI is a rare event, it is difficult to generate evidence for prevention, diagnosis, or the management of BDI from clinical studies. Nevertheless, the panel has formulated recommendations. Due to the currently limited evidence, a European registry should be considered to collect and analyze more valid data on BDI upon which recommendations can be based.
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Management of common bile duct stones in the laparoscopic era. Indian J Surg 2012; 74:264-9. [PMID: 23730054 DOI: 10.1007/s12262-012-0593-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2012] [Accepted: 05/15/2012] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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There is no consensus regarding the ideal management of concurrent gallbladder and common bile duct (CBD) stones. Currently the treatment protocol involves most commonly a sequential approach consisting of endoscopic sphincterotomy followed by laparoscopic cholecystectomy or a single stage laparoscopic procedure, including cholecystectomy and exploration of the CBD. For this article literature search was performed using online search engines, Google, Pubmed, the online Springer link library and the Cochrane Database Systematic Review. Review articles, prospective and retrospective studies which detailed or compared the various treatment strategies for CBD stones were selected and analyzed. This review article aims to provide an insight into the optimal management of CBD stones in different clinical scenarios. Endoscopic sphincterotomy has inherent morbidity and complications like CBD stone recurrence whereas laparoscopic CBD exploration demands considerable expertise which is available only at specialized centres. The clinical presentation of the patient, number of stones, size of CBD, available resources and technical expertise at hand are an important consideration for the ideal management in different scenarios.
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Jorba Martín R, Ramirez Maldonado E, Fabregat Prous J, Buisac González D, Banqué Navarro M, Gornals Soler J, Busquets Barenys J, Ramos Rubio E, Peláez Serra N, Lladó Garriga L, Rafecas Renau A. [Minimising hospital costs in the treatment of bile duct calculi: a comparison study]. Cir Esp 2012; 90:310-7. [PMID: 22480916 DOI: 10.1016/j.ciresp.2012.02.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2011] [Accepted: 02/14/2012] [Indexed: 01/28/2023]
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INTRODUCTION The treatment of bile duct calculi associated with cholelithiasis is controversial. The hospital costs could be a decisive factor in choosing between the different therapeutic options. OBJECTIVES To compare the effectiveness and costs of two options in the treatment of common bile duct calculi: 1) One-stage: Laparoscopic cholecystectomy and bile duct exploration, and 2) Two-stage: sequential endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography and laparoscopic cholecystectomy. MATERIAL AND METHODS A retrospective, observational study was performed on 49 consecutive patients with bile duct calculi and gallbladder in situ, treated consecutively and simultaneously over a two year period. The post-operate complication, hospital stay, number of procedures per patient, conversion to laparotomy, efficacy of removing the calculi, and hospital costs. RESULTS There were no differences as regards the patient clinical features or morbidity. The mean post-surgical hospital stay for the One-stage group was less than that in the Two-stage group. Three patients of the Two-stage group required conversion to laparotomy. The median costs per patient were less for the One-stage strategy, representing an overall saving of 37,173€ during the period studied. CONCLUSIONS No significant differences were found between the two treatment options as regards efficacy or post-surgical morbidity and mortality, but there were differences in hospital stay and costs. The management of patients with gallstones in one-stage surgery represents a saving of 3 days hospital stay and 1,008€ per patient.
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- Rosa Jorba Martín
- Servicio de Cirugía General y Aparato Digestivo, Consorci Sanitari Integral, L'Hospitalet del Llobregat, Barcelona, España.
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Judkins SE, Moore EE, Witt JE, Barnett CC, Biffl WL, Burlew CC, Johnson JL. Surgeons provide definitive care to patients with gallstone pancreatitis. Am J Surg 2011; 202:673-7; discussion 677-8. [DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.06.031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/19/2011] [Revised: 06/14/2011] [Accepted: 06/28/2011] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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Buddingh KT, Weersma RK, Savenije RA, van Dam GM, Nieuwenhuijs VB. Lower Rate of Major Bile Duct Injury and Increased Intraoperative Management of Common Bile Duct Stones after Implementation of Routine Intraoperative Cholangiography. J Am Coll Surg 2011; 213:267-74. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jamcollsurg.2011.03.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 83] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2011] [Revised: 02/28/2011] [Accepted: 03/02/2011] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Rábago L, Quintanilla E, Delgado M, Castro JL, Cura Gonzalez ID. Is "laparoscopy-first" the final answer to cholecystocholedocholithiasis management? Surg Endosc 2010; 25:975-6. [PMID: 21046165 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-010-1212-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Overby DW, Apelgren KN, Richardson W, Fanelli R. SAGES guidelines for the clinical application of laparoscopic biliary tract surgery. Surg Endosc 2010; 24:2368-86. [PMID: 20706739 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-010-1268-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 194] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2010] [Accepted: 05/27/2010] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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- D Wayne Overby
- Department of Surgery, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC, USA.
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Moon NR, Min SK, Lee HK. Comparison of Long-term Follow-up Results of Open Common Bile Duct Exploration and Laparoscopic Common Bile Duct Exploration in Common Bile Duct Stone Disease. JOURNAL OF THE KOREAN SURGICAL SOCIETY 2010. [DOI: 10.4174/jkss.2010.79.1.58] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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- Na Ra Moon
- Department of Surgery, School of Medicine, Ewha Womans University, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Surgery, School of Medicine, Ewha Womans University, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Surgery, School of Medicine, Ewha Womans University, Seoul, Korea
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