Clinical classification and surgical treatment of biliary dilatation: application and consideration / 中华消化外科杂志

ABSTRACT

Optimization of surgical treatment of biliary dilatation (BD) depends on reasonable clinical classification and standardized classification-based treatment strategy.Due to increasing limits and defects of classic Todani classification,a new classification named Dong-classification has been proposed,which was based on a large series analysis from a single referral center.Some important parameters including anatomical location and range of BD,pathogenic factors,and different surgical managements were main considerations in the new classification.After practical application and evaluation,Dong-classification has been improved step by step.It is believed that Dong-classification may contribute to improving surgical treatment decision and selecting reasonable operative plan.