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World J Gastrointest Surg. Aug 27, 2026; 18(8): 121147
Published online Aug 27, 2026. doi: 10.4240/wjgs.121147
Published online Aug 27, 2026. doi: 10.4240/wjgs.121147
Figure 5 Magnet migration and failed magnetic compression anastomosis.
A: Percutaneous cholangiogram showing complete cut of the bile duct; B: Both parent and daughter magnets deployed, however, the distance between them is long (4 cm); C: Serial radiograph showed no anastomosis formation; D: Distal magnet was retrieved endoscopically; however, cholangioscopic retrieval of the magnet failed, and the patient underwent surgery.
- Citation: Reddy RT, Bagrodia A, Mehta K, Vaithiyam V, Mohan SL, Sirohi N, Dalal A, Srivastava S, Sachdeva S. Magnetic compression anastomosis in gastrointestinal and biliary disease: Techniques and clinical applications. World J Gastrointest Surg 2026; 18(8): 121147
- URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/1948-9366/full/v18/i8/121147.htm
- DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.4240/wjgs.121147