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World J Gastroenterol. Jan 21, 2011; 17(3): 385-390
Published online Jan 21, 2011. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v17.i3.385
Table 3 Clinical classification and features of sphincter of Oddi dysfunction
FeaturesBile duct type (type I)Pancreatic duct type (type II)Double-duct type (type III)Biliary-pancreatic reflux type (type IV)
Abdominal painRetrosternal painEpigastric painI + IISame as type II
Radiating painThe central point of the backThe left back or indefinite siteI + IISame as type II
Timing of onsetAfter high-fat mealsAfter ordinary mealsI + IIAt night or in the morning
Jaundice±-±-
Liver enzyme levels±-+±
Serum amylase levels-+±+
Bile duct distension≥ 10 mm< 10 mm≥ 10 mm≥ 10 mm
Pancreatic duct distension-++++
Anterograde cholangiography
Voiding time> 10 minNormal> 10 minUnexpected pancreatic duct visualization