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Newest firstBackground Laparoscopic bile duct exploration (LBDE) enables single-stage management of common bile duct (CBD) stones. However, large or impacted stones often necessitate choledochotomy, which is associated with increased morbidity and longer operative duration. In 2025, routine intraoperative lithotripsy was introduced in our unit to facilitate trans-cystic stone clearance. Aim To evaluate the impact of routine i…
Open article record in new tab ↗Early recognition of intrabiliary rupture in cystic echinococcosis is essential to prevent serious complications. Timely imaging and minimally invasive interventions such as endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography, combined with antiparasitic therapy, can effectively manage biliary obstruction and reduce morbidity in complex cases.
Open article record in new tab ↗When assessing a patient with bacteremia to develop an appropriate treatment plan, it is important to identify the most likely source in order to achieve source control as well as provide adequate antibiotic coverage per culture results. Through confirmation bias and the availability heuristic, it is easy to consider only the most commonly known or first options that come to mind when thinking of the source of a p…
Open article record in new tab ↗Obstructive jaundice, usually from choledocholithiasis, often coexists with chronic cholecystitis and poses higher risks in the elderly. Timely diagnosis with ultrasonography (USG)/magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP) and prompt intervention are critical. This case report highlights the diagnostic approach, surgical management, and outcomes in elderly patients with large common bile duct (CBD) stones…
Open article record in new tab ↗Introduction Common bile duct (CBD) stones are a health concern for 10-20% of individuals with symptomatic gallstones, leading to health complications and placing a burden on healthcare systems. This study was initiated to investigate the changes in microbiome compositions and the metabolic signature associated with CBD stones. The research approach integrated taxonomic and functional data with metabolomics data,…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background The usefulness of prophylactic biliary stenting for patients with common bile duct stones (CBDS) and gallstones (GS) to prevent recurrent biliary events after endoscopic sphincterotomy (EST) and CBDS extraction before elective cholecystectomy remains controversial. The aim of this study was to evaluate the risk of recurrent CBDS around the perioperative period and clarify its risk factors. Methods The c…
Open article record in new tab ↗BACKGROUND Although stenting for the treatment of large and multiple common bile duct stones has been acceptable to everyone, its efficacy and outcome have not been studied in comparison with other endoscopic procedures. The purpose of this study was to compare the consequences of stenting and endoscopic papilla balloon dilatation for the treatment of large and multiple common bile duct stones. METHODS In a double…
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