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Chapter 13: ERCP in the Management of Cholangitis and Bile Duct Injuries

    https://doi.org/10.1142/9789814412155_0013Cited by:0 (Source: Crossref)
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    Abstract:

    Biliary obstruction presenting with symptoms of cholangitis can occur as a result of choledocholithiasis, malignancy, or injury to the bile duct. Sepsis from biliary obstruction is life threatening. ERCP plays a central role in the diagnosis of biliary pathology, immediate relief of obstruction and helps healing of bile duct injuries.