Risk Factors for the Presence of Residual Bile Duct Stones after Endoscopic Treatment of Stones of the Common Bile Duct / 대한내과학회지

BACKGROUND/AIMS: Stones remaining after endoscopic treatment of common bile duct (CBD) stones may evolve into recurrent CBD stones or serve as nuclei for the growth of new CBD stones. The aim of the present study was to identify risk factors for the presence of residual stones after endoscopic treatment of CBD stones. METHODS: We performed a retrospective case-control study; 55 patients with residual stones were enrolled as the case group and 281 patients without such stones served as a control group. We collected information on age, sex, stone characteristics, laboratory findings, the presence/absence of a periampullary diverticulum, use of mechanical lithotripsy, use of (single-procedure) endoscopic papillary balloon dilatation (EPBD), presence/absence of multiple CBD stones, CBD stone size, CBD stone diameter, whether CBDs were associated with gall bladder stones, and histories of prior cholecystectomy and cholecystectomy performed after endoscopic treatment. RESULTS: Upon univariate analysis, mechanical lithotripsy, single-procedure EPBD, the presence of multiple CBD stones (more than four), and CBD stone diameter greater than 1 cm were risk factors for the presence of residual stones. Upon multivariate analysis, single-procedure EPBD (odds ratio [OR], 3.174; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.68-6.00; p = 0.000), and more than four CBD stones (OR, 2.459; 95% CI, 1.24-4.86; p = 0.010), were significant risk factors for the presence of residual stones. CONCLUSIONS: Single-procedure EPBD and the presence of more than four CBD stones were independent risk factors for the presence of residual stones. Particular care, featuring meticulous inspection, is necessary when treating patients with these risk factors. A second procedure, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography, may be required.

Common Bile Duct Stone Caused by Migrated Surgical Clip 10 Years after Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy / 대한췌담도학회지

Rarely, surgical clips can migrate into the biliary tract after laparoscopic cholecystectomy and work as a nidus for biliary stone formation. We report a case of the development of a common bile duct (CBD) stone induced by surgical clip in a 57-year-old man who underwent laparoscopic cholecystectomy 10 years ago. On computed tomography, a CBD stone with a metallic material was found, and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) revealed a CBD stone including a metallic clip. The stone was removed completely by ERCP, and the surgical clip was found along with the stone.

Clinical application of intraoperative cholangiography in laparoscopic cholecystectomy / 局解手术学杂志

Objective To investigate the clinical value of intraoperative cholangiography( IOC) by cystic duct during laparoscopic chol-ecystectomy( LC) . Methods The clinical data of 58 patients with LC received intraoperative cholangiography by cystic duct were analyzed retrospectively. Results In this group,Successful treatment of 55 cases(94. 83%),failed in 3 cases(5. 17%),no common bile duct calculi in 50 cases(90. 91%),small common bile duct calculi(0. 4 cm) in 5 cases(9. 09%). Among them 4 cases were received common bile duct exploration via laparotomy,1 case treated by laparoscopic transcystic biliary calculus extraction with Dormia basket. The cystic duct drained into the right hepatic duct in 1 patient. In all the cases,no bile duct injury,residual choledocholith,bile leakage,intra-abdominal infection and IOC related complications. Conclusion IOC during LC is simple and easy,with high success rate and good development effect,which can promptly discover the anatomical variations of biliary tract. It has important clinical application value to reduce biliary negative exploration,in-traoperative injury of biliary tract and postoperative common bile duct residual stone in basic hospital.

Endoscopic sphincterotomy combined with large balloon dilation for bile duct stones / 中华消化内镜杂志

Objective To evaluate the therapeutic efficacy and safety of endoscopic sphincterotomy (EST) combined with large balloon dilation for bile duct stones.Methods A total of 83 patients with common bile duct stones were randomly divided into 2 groups to receive standard EST (n =41,EST group) or EST plus large balloon dilation (n =42,EPLBD group),respectively.The number of endoscopic session,operation time,rates of successful complete stone retrieval,mechanical lithotripsy,and procedure related complication were compared between the two groups.Results The rate of early procedure-related complications was similar in 2 groups (9/41 vs.7/42,P ＞0.05),including perforation ( 1/41 vs.0/42,P ＞0.05),bleeding (5/41 vs.2/42,P＞0.05) and pancreatitis (3/41 vs.5/42,P＞0.05).The rate of successful complete stone removal was also similar in 2 groups (39/41 vs.41/42,P ＞ 0.05 ).However,EST group needed more procedure time (38.8 ±4.3 min vs.29.2 ±5.3 min,P ＜0.01 ) and use of mechanical lithotripsy to achieve complete stone removal (9/41 vs.2/42,P ＜ 0.05 ).Only one patient in EPLBD group ( 1/42,2.4％ ) needed a second ERCP to clear bile duct stone,while in EST group,8 patients underwent a second procedure ( 19.5％,P ＜ 0.05 ).Conclusion For endoscopic removal of common bile duct stones,EST combined with larg4e balloon dilation is as safe and effective as EST,while easier in manipulation.

Combination Therapy Using Multi-biliary Endoprostheses and Oral Ursodeoxycholic Acid for Difficult, Large and Multiple Bile Duct Stones / 대한소화기내시경학회지

BACKGROUND/AIMS: Large common bile duct (CBD) stones accompanied by risk factors can be difficult to extract using conventional techniques. This study investigates the efficacy of combination therapy using multiple double pigtail stents and ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA). METHODS: A total of 895 patients underwent the attempted removal of CBD stones. Multiple double pigtail stents (7 Fr or 10 Fr) were inserted into the CBD over a guidewire. The stents remained in place until endoscopic removal during a second attempt. All patients received oral UDCA (600 mg/day) during the follow-up. RESULTS: In 21 patients (2.34%), complete clearance was not achieved by the conventional method. Large, multiple stones, the presence of periampullary diverticulum, stricture of the distal CBD, and severe cardiopulmonary disease were observed as limiting factors for the successful removal of CBD stones. Complete endoscopic clearance was achieved in 12 patients (57.1%), and there was a statistically significant reduction in stone size (mean 4.60+/-2.45 mm, p=0.002). The mean duration of stenting and administration of medicine was 73.9 days. There was no immediate complication related to the procedure. CONCLUSIONS: Our results suggest that combination therapy using pigtail stents and UDCA may be an easy and effective method for removal of difficult CBD stones.

A clinical study on common bile duct exploration with endobiliary drainage and primary closure / 中国基层医药

Objective To investigate the salty, efficacy and feasiblify on eholedochotomy with endobiliary drainage and prumary closure of the common bile duct. Methods There were 20 partients without introhepatic or re-tained stones and biliary stricture underwent common bile duet exploration. 20 of them with endobiliary tube drainage and primary CBD closure and the other 20 patients with T tube drainage. Results The average of the time to return routine home was (9. 2 ±1. 3)d, (15. 2 ± 3.6) d(P < 0. 01). The hospital expense of postoperation was (3 252± 312)Yuan,(4 116±388)Yuan(P<0.01). Conclusion Choledochotomy with endobiliary catheter and primary closure of CBD is a safe, effective and feasible procedure for the management of choledochohthiasis.

Analysts of surgical treatment of 30 Case of exploring common bile duct through cystic duct / 中国基层医药

Objective To evaluate the rationale and indcations for exploring common bile duct through cystic duct without placing"T"tube after choledochotomy.Methods Exploring 30 patients'common bile duct through cystic duct without placing"T"tube after choledochotomy.The results was compared with that of traditional procedure.Results Average postoperative hospital stay was 8 days.while 16 days in patients with a"T"tube drainage.Complications often seen in"T"tube drainage were avoided.Conclusion When properly,exploring of common bile duct through cystic duet without"T"tube was safe.

A Case of Common Bile Duct Stone Formed around a Surgical Clip after Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy / 대한소화기학회지

Laparoscopic cholecystectomy has now rapidly replaced open cholecystectomy. Rarely a calculus may arise from a metallic surgical clip migrated into the common bile duct (CBD) after this surgical procedure was performed. We report a 50-year-old man with CBD stone formed around a surgical clip, who had undergone a laparoscopic cholecystectomy because of acute calculous cholecystitis 14 months before. Abdominal CT revealed a single stone in mildly dilated CBD. A high density core within the CBD stone, was suspected to be a surgical clip. The stone was removed using a retrieval balloon catheter and basket after endoscopic sphincterotomy.

A Case of Common Bile Duct Stone Developed due to a Surgical Clip as a Nidus: An Experience of Successful Management by Endoscopy / 대한소화기학회지

Surgical clips can migrate into the biliary tract and act as a nidus for stone formation. We report a case of common bile duct stone developed due to a surgical clip in a 48-year-old man. Endoscopic retrograde cholangiogram revealed a common bile duct stone a with metallic clip in it. He had laparoscopic cholecystectomy 10 years ago. The stone was removed endoscopically. The use of resorbable clips during laparoscopic cholecystectomy is recommended to avoid this type of complication.

Causes and management of reoperation after cholangioenterostomy / 中国普通外科杂志

Objective　To study the causes and management of the reoperation after cholangiointestiostomy(CIS). Methods　A retrospective analysis was made on the clinical data of 28 cases of reoperation after CIS from June 1995 to June 1999. Results　Among the 28 cases, 26 cases(92%) had CIS anastomotic stenosis. Of the 26 cases, 9 cases accompanied with left hepatobiliary duct stenosis, 3 cases with right hepatobiliary duct stenosis, 5 cases with left and right hepatobiliary ducts stenosis. 9 cases with biliary reflux comfirmed by barium meal radiography, all of the 9 cases were subjected to a choleduodenostomy. Of the 28 patients, 3 underwent reanastomose after excision the primary anstomosis, 8 operated with hilar bile duct reform and left lateral hepatolobectomy, 2 with left hepatic duct jejunostomy and hilar bile duct jejunostomy. 15 cases with intrahepatic bile duct jejunal Roux-en-Y anastomosis, after resolved the intrahepatic bile duct stenosis. Conclusions　The basic cause of reoperation after CIS is anastomotic stenosis, the other causes are as follows: the selected operation is unsuitable, the intrahepatic bile duct stenosis is not resolved, and the stonedoes not clean out completly. When reoperation is performed on these cases, the following principles must be abided by: romoving all the stones, resolving the stenosis, making a clear drainage; and performing hepatic lobectomy, anastomotic sustaining and drainage, and cholefibroscopic management must be done if needed.

An experimental study on the effect of lost gallstones in peritoneal cavity / 中国普通外科杂志

Objective To study the outcome of lost gallstones in peritoneal cavity. Methods Gallstones and bile collected from 51 patients undergoing laparoscopic cholecystectomy were analysed and cultured.One to three gallstones from each patient were placed into the peritoneal cavity of a corresponding Wistar rat on sterile condition. Results 8 rats died of peritoneal infection, intestinal fistula and ileus within one month. Abdominal wall abscess occured to one rat. All survival rats were sacrificed three months later. Pathologic results showed that the nidus of abscess appeared in tissue around the stone. Conclusions Lost gallstone is harmful to body. We should avoid gallstone lost in peritoneal cavity.

Combined laparoscopic and endoscopic treatment for cholelith of gallbladder and common bile duct / 中国普通外科杂志

Objective To evaluate the effect of combined laparoscopic and endoscopic treatment for cholelith of gallbladder and common bile duct(CBD).Methods Diagnosis was established in 44 patients by ERCP , and endoscopic Oddi′s sphincteromy (EST) was performed in all patients, then choledocholith was removed by endoscopic netbasket and balloon. 3～5 days after laparoscopic cholecystectomy(LC) was carried out. Results The success rate of combined treatment in this study was 98%(43/44), and stones were removed in 100%(44/44). There was no conversion to open surgery in our series, and no severe complications. All patients were discharged in 5～15 days postoperatively. Conclusions Combined laparoscopic and endoscopic procedure is a safe and effctive method to treat patients suffering from cholelith of the gallbladder and CBD.

Laparoscopic ultrasonography and intraoperative cholangiography for detection of occult choledocholithiasis / 中国普通外科杂志

ObjectiveTo evaluate intraoperative cholangiography (IOC) and laparoscopic ultrasonography (LUS) for detection of occult common bile duct stones (CBDS) during laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC). Methods From Jun. 2000 to Sep. 2001, 98 patients undergoing LUS and IOC during LC were analyzed prospectively.Results[The successful rate of LUS and IOC were 100% and 95% respectively, the time for LUS (7 7?2 1) min was significantly shorter than IOC (11 4?3 5) min ( P 0 05). The visualization of intrapancreatic portion of CBD by LUS was 62% vs 97% by IOC ( P

The evaluation of endoprostheses for the management of common bile duct occlusion by stones in elderly patients / 中华老年医学杂志

Objective To evaluate the effect of endoprostheses for short and long term management of common bile duct stones in elderly patients(70 89 years). Methods Fifty two patients over 70 years with common bile duct stones undergone endoscopic biliary stenting(Group S, 28 cases) or common bile duct exploration (Group D, 24 cases) were followed up for 14 85 months. The two groups were similar to each other in clinical manifestations. Results One patient (4 2%) died because of breath and circulation exhausting on the 3rd day postoperation in Group D. Early complications were 14 4% and 33 3% respectively ( P

Long-term result of choledochoduodenostomy for the treatment of bile duct calculi in 420 cases / 中国普通外科杂志

Objective To evaluate the effect of choledochoduodenostomy for the treatment of bile duct calculi. MethodsClinical data of 420 patients with choledochoduodenostomy from 1962 to 2002 were respectively analyzed. ResultsBefore 1982,this procedure was performed in 230 cases with postoperative cholangitis or sink syndrome found in 46 cases, and mortality in 6 cases. Since 1983,190 cases underwent large-sized choledochoduodenostomy with 7 cases suffering from postoperative cholangitis or sink syndrome and no mortality. The anastomotic stoma was less than 2.0 cm in 110 cases, between 2.0 to 2.5 cm in 184 cases, from 2.5 to 3.0 cm in 107 cases, no record in 19 cases. A total of 358 cases (85.2%) were followed up from 2 to 20 years. Result was excellent and good in 183 out of 190 cases(96.3%) after the year of 1983. ConclusionsCholedochoduodenostomy when the stoma was larger than 2.5 cm in diameter and was put low in position was effective for the prevention of recurrent cholangitis and sink syndrome for the treatment of bile duct calculi.

Study on endoscopic treatment of choledocholithiasis / 中华消化内镜杂志

Objective To investigate the clinical value of endoscopy in the treatment of choledocholithiasis. Methods All 227 patients underwent endoscopic treatment. 14 of them with stones less than 1. 0 cm in diameter were treated with endoscopic papillary balloon dilation; 194 patients with stones 1. 0-1. 5 cm in diameter were treated with endoscopic sphincterotomy; and 19 patients with stones up to 1.5 cm in diameter were treated with endoscopic mechanical lithotripsy. Results Choledocholithiasis were not confirmed by choledochography in 34 cases ( 15% , 34/227) , who underwent exploration of common bile duct through EPBD or EST, but no stones were found. In 187 of the 193 choledocholithiasis patients their stones were removed, the overall success rate with complete stones clearance was 96.9% ( 187/193). The incidence of complication was totally 5. 29% ( 12/227) , including acute cholangitis in 3 patients, acute pancreatitis in 8 patients, and bleeding in 1 patient. Conclusions Endoscopic treatment should be the first choice of patient with choledocholithiasis due to its advantages of safety, effectiveness and with less complication. EPBD or EST was not recommended in case of the common bile duct stones were not confirmed by ERCP, in order to avoid the risk of papilla injury.

Applition of ureterd cytheter through cystic duct remnant for bile duct drainage after common bile duct exploration / 中国普通外科杂志

Objective To evaluate the value of bile duct drainage using ureter catheter through cystic duct remnant with primary closure of the common bile duct(CBD) incision after CBD exploration.Methods (Retrospective) analysis of the clinical data of 218 cases using this method. Results All cases were operated on successfully.There were no complications such as bile leakage,bile duct stricture in this series.The (catheter) were removed 5-7 days after operation in 215 cases,10 days after operation in 3.None of the 218 cases had complications after removal of the catheter.The rate of stone clearance was 99.7%(217/218).Average hospitalization time after operation was(6.5?3.0)days.All the 218 cases were followed up for 1-5 years.On ultrosounography no bile duct stricture was found in the followed up cases.Conclusions (Using) ureteral catheter through cystic duct remnant for drainage of bile duct after CBD exploration with primary closure of the CBD is an effctive,reliable and safe method in preventing postoperative bile leakage,bile duct stricture and diagnosis of the postoperative retention of bile duct stones.

The percutaneous cholangioscopy therapy in treating intra and extra hepatic calculi / 中华消化内镜杂志

Objective To study on the percutaneous cholangioscopy therapy in treating intra and extra hepatic calculi and preventing their recurrence. Methods Forty-three patients with biliary tract stones were treated by percutaneous transhepatic cholangioscopy ( PTCS) after percutaneous transhepatic cholan-giostomy, and 22 patients with residual stones installed T-tube more than 3 weeks underwent postoperative cholangioscopy (POCS) therapy. In a total of 65 patients, there were 40 cases of hepatolithiasis ( intrahepat-ic type in 12, intra and extrahepatic type in 28) and 25 cases of choledocholithiasis. Results All sinus tracts of 43 PTCS were dilated up to 19. 1 Fr in mean size before inserting cholangioscopy and the period of establishing sinus tract was in average 17. 1 days. POCS was performed in patients with postoperative placement of T-tube over 3 weeks. Cholangioscopic removal of stones were carried out with basket in 11 cases and electrohydraulic lithotripsy (EHL) in 54 cases due to large or impacted stones, combined with EST with stones extraction in 25 cases. Repeated cholangioscopies were required in 40 cases of IHS with a mean of 5. 2 sessions and 25 cases of choledocholithiasis with an average of 1. 9 sessions per patient until complete stone-extraction. Biliary duct or bilio-enteric anastomotic stricture was dilated with bougienage or balloon dilator in 37 cases; metallic stents were placed at the strictured site in 3 of them. Complete clearance of stones was a-chieved in 64(98. 5% ) patients. Complications of cholangitis occurred in 11 cases and one case of secondary biliary cirrhosis with biliary tract stones died of complicated renal insufficiency when stone extraction was completed. There were no complications associated with the procedure. The rate of stone recurrence was 7. 1% after an average of 30. 8 months follow-up. Conclusion Percutaneous cholangioscopy and EHL are safe and effective techniques for the treatment of biliary tract stones. The use of dilator in treating biliary stricture less than 0. 5cm in length is more effective, it increases clearance rate and decreases recurrent rate.

Exploration and primary suture of common bile duct in laparoscopic procedure (a report of 35 cases) / 中国普通外科杂志

Objective To determine the methods and effects of common bile duct(CBD) exploration and primary suture by laparoscopic procedure after laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) . Methods After LC, 35 patients' CBD were explored.After hte CBD stone was removed by choledochofiberscopy completely and CBD stenosis was excluded, the CBD was sutured primarily. Results 32 cases of CBD gallstone were removed ,and 3 exploration were negative.All the 35 CBD were sutured primarily . Two patients occurred bile leakage 1～3 day after the operation ,which were cured by conservative therapy.29 patients were followed-up for 3～24 months,no residual stone or bile duct stricture was found. Conclusions Primary suture CBD is safe and effective in laparoscopic CBD exploration,if the patient selected correctly.

Is Cholecystectomy Necessary After ERCP for Bile Duct Stones in Patients with Gallbladder in situ?

BACKGROUND: The requirement for subsequent cholecystectomy in patients with gallbladder in situ after endoscopic removal of stones from the common bile duct (CBD) is controversial. The aims of this study were to assess the requirement for subsequent cholecystectomy for gallbladder-related symptoms, and to identify the patients who develop symptoms after the endoscopic removal of CBD stones. METHODS: Of 241 patients with gallbladder in situ following endoscopic removal of stones from the CBD, 146 patients (78 men and 68 women; mean age 69+/-13 years, range 20-93) with a follow-up time of more than three months without elective cholecystectomy were enrolled in the study. Fifty-nine patients had gallbladder stones (single stones in 27 and multiple stones in 32) and 87 patients had gallbladder in situ without stones. The time from entry to the occurrences of death or cholecystectomy was evaluated retrospectively. Cox regression analysis was used to evaluate the risk factors associated with these events. RESULTS: The mean duration of follow-up was 24.1+/-18.0 months (range 3-70 months). During follow-up, seven patients (4.8%) underwent cholecystectomy, on average 18.4 months after CBD stone removal, as the result of acute cholecystitis in four cases, biliary pain in two cases and acute pancreatitis in one case. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy was performed in four patients and open cholecystectomy in three patients. Post-operative morbidity occurred in two patients, with improvement after conservative management. Nine patients (6.2%) died as the result of unrelated biliary disease. Age, sex, presence of gallbladder stones, multiplicity of gallbladder stones and underlying disease did not correlate with subsequent cholecystectomy by Cox regression analysis. CONCLUSION: Elective cholecystectomy is not warranted in patients with bile duct stones when the common duct can be cleared of stones by endoscopic sphincterotomy. We could not find any clinical predictors of further symptoms or complications arising from the retained gallbladder.