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Han JH, So H, Bang SJ, Nah YW. [Surgical Removal of a Huge Common Bile Duct Stone]. THE KOREAN JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY = TAEHAN SOHWAGI HAKHOE CHI 2024; 83:200-204. [PMID: 38783622 DOI: 10.4166/kjg.2023.148] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/27/2023] [Revised: 02/19/2024] [Accepted: 03/05/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024]
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A 65-year-old woman was diagnosed with an 8 cm large common bile duct stone and multiple stones in both intrahepatic ducts because of abnormal liver function tests. After a multidisciplinary approach, surgical removal was considered, and primary closure after laparoscopic removal of the common bile duct stone was performed. The patient recovered without complications and was discharged on the fourth postoperative day. Endoscopic removal of common bile duct stones is the standard treatment, but surgical removal through laparoscopic common bile duct exploration is also a safe and effective treatment method for such huge gallstones.
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- Jang Hun Han
- Division of Hepato-Biliary and Pancreas Surgery, Department of General Surgery, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Ulsan, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Ulsan University Hospital, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Ulsan, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Ulsan University Hospital, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Ulsan, Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Ulsan University Hospital, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Ulsan, Korea
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Kweon OS, Heo J, Jung MK. Comparison Study between ERCP and PTBD for Recurrent Choledocholithiasis in Patients Following Gastrectomy. Diagnostics (Basel) 2023; 13:2651. [PMID: 37627910 PMCID: PMC10453114 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics13162651] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2023] [Revised: 08/07/2023] [Accepted: 08/09/2023] [Indexed: 08/27/2023] Open
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The recurrence rate of choledocholithiasis in the general population has been reported to exceed 10%. The incidence of cholelithiasis was reported to be higher in patients following gastrectomy than that in the general population. However, there is no study for recurrent choledocholithiasis incidence in patients following gastrectomy. This study aimed to evaluate the recurrence rate of choledocholithiasis and identify risk factors for recurrent choledocholithiasis in patients following gastrectomy. A retrospective analysis was performed on patients with gastrectomy history who underwent choledocholithiasis removal in Kyungpook National University Hospital between January 2011 and December 2019. Choledocholithiases were treated by endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) (n = 41) or percutaneous transhepatic biliary drainage (PTBD) (n = 90). The gastrectomy type was classified as subtotal gastrectomy with Billroth I (18.3%), Billroth II (45.0%), and total gastrectomy with Roux-en-Y (36.6%). During a median follow-up period of 31.5 (range, 6-105) months, choledocholithiasis recurrence was noted in 19 of 131 patients (14.5%). In subgroup analysis, the ERCP group (24.4%) had higher choledocholithiasis recurrence than the PTBD group (10.0%). Stone removal modality (ERCP), no use of balloon sphincteroplasty, and the presence of periampullary diverticulum were significant risk factors for recurrent choledocholithiasis. In multivariate analysis, ERCP (hazard ratio (HR), 3.597; 95% confidence interval (CI): 1.264-10.204) CBD stricture (HR, 3.823; 95% CI: 1.118-13.080) and no use of balloon sphincteroplasty (HR, 4.830; 95% CI: 1.669-13.889) were risk factors for recurrent choledocholithiasis following stone removal. The incidence of CBD stones in patients who underwent gastrectomy is similar to that of the general population. ERCP, CBD stricture, and no use of balloon sphincteroplasty are potential risk factors for recurrent CBD stones following gastrectomy. When we consider PTBD disadvantages, the ERCP procedure with active use of balloon sphincteroplasty is recommended to decrease recurrent CBD stones.
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- O Seong Kweon
- School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu 41944, Republic of Korea
- Department of Internal Medicine, Kyungpook National University Hospital, Daegu 41944, Republic of Korea
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- School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu 41944, Republic of Korea
- Department of Internal Medicine, Kyungpook National University Hospital, Daegu 41944, Republic of Korea
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- School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu 41944, Republic of Korea
- Department of Internal Medicine, Kyungpook National University Hospital, Daegu 41944, Republic of Korea
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Kamla JI, Bang GA, Tochie JN, Tchuenkam LW, Essomba AG. Obstructive lithiasis of the lower bile duct discovered four decades after cholecystectomy and its management by ideal choledochotomy: a case report. J Med Case Rep 2023; 17:316. [PMID: 37482621 PMCID: PMC10364375 DOI: 10.1186/s13256-023-04052-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2023] [Accepted: 06/21/2023] [Indexed: 07/25/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Residual lithiasis is the presence of stones in the common bile duct, ignored after one or more biliary interventions. We report an atypical case of chronic symptomatic lithiasis of the lower bile duct occurring 41 years after biliary surgery, managed successfully by ideal choledochotomy. CASE PRESENTATION A 68-year-old Black African female with several past laparotomies including a cholecystectomy forty-one years ago presented with hepatic colic-type pain that had been intermittent for several years but worsened recently. Her clinical, biological, and imaging test assessments were suggestive of a residual obstructive lithiasis of the lower common bile duct. Through an open right subcostal laparotomy approach, a dilated bile duct of approximately 3 cm was found and managed by transverse choledochotomy in which the stone was extracted in retrograde manner. After confirmation of disobstruction, a primitive bile duct suture without biliary drainage was performed and a tubular drain was positioned under the liver. The postoperative course was uneventful at follow-up of 30 days. CONCLUSION Residual choledocholithiasis can be avoided. We performed an ideal choledochotomy, of which the follow-up was simple.
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- Joël Igor Kamla
- Department of Surgery, Sangmelima Reference Hospital, Sangmelima, Cameroon.
- Faculty of Medicine and Pharmaceuticals Sciences, University of Ebolowa, Ebolowa, Cameroon.
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- Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, University of Yaounde I, Yaoundé, Cameroon
- Department of Surgery, Yaounde University Hospital Center, Yaoundé, Cameroon
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- Anaesthesiology and Critical Care Units, Douala Laquintinie Hospital, Douala, Cameroon
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- Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, University of Yaounde I, Yaoundé, Cameroon
- Department of Surgery, Yaounde University Hospital Center, Yaoundé, Cameroon
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Wen N, Wang Y, Cai Y, Nie G, Yang S, Wang S, Xiong X, Li B, Lu J, Cheng N. Risk factors for recurrent common bile duct stones: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Expert Rev Gastroenterol Hepatol 2023; 17:937-947. [PMID: 37531090 DOI: 10.1080/17474124.2023.2242784] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2023] [Accepted: 07/27/2023] [Indexed: 08/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND Common bile duct stones (CBDS) have a reported recurrence rate of 4%-24% after stone extraction. The most commonly applied stone extraction method is endoscopic cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to identify all available risk factors for recurrent CBDS following stone retraction. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS A literature search of studies with case-control design was performed to identify potential risk factors for recurrent CBDS. The impact of different risk factors on stone recurrence was analyzed. Pooled odds ratios (ORs) with 95% CIs and heterogeneity were calculated. Identified risk factors were graded as 'strong,' 'moderate,' or 'weak' after quality assessment. RESULTS A total of 46 studies discussing stone recurrence following ERCP treatment were included. CBD diameter≥ 1.5 cm, sharp CBD angulation, multiple ERCP sessions, postoperative pneumobilia, history of CBD incision, and biliary stent placement were identified as strong risk factors; larger CBD diameter, periampullary diverticulum, mechanical lithotripsy, and history of cholecystectomy were identified as moderate. Other weak risk factors were also listed. CONCLUSIONS In this comprehensive study, we identified 14 risk/protective factors for recurrent CBDS following ERCP. Pooled odds ratios were calculated and evaluated the quality of evidence. These findings may shed light on the assessment and management of CBDS.
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- Ningyuan Wen
- Division of Biliary Surgery, Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
- Research Center for Biliary Diseases, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Division of Biliary Surgery, Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
- Research Center for Biliary Diseases, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Division of Biliary Surgery, Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
- Research Center for Biliary Diseases, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Division of Biliary Surgery, Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
- Research Center for Biliary Diseases, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Division of Biliary Surgery, Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
- Research Center for Biliary Diseases, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Division of Biliary Surgery, Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
- Research Center for Biliary Diseases, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Division of Biliary Surgery, Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
- Research Center for Biliary Diseases, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Division of Biliary Surgery, Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
- Research Center for Biliary Diseases, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Division of Biliary Surgery, Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
- Research Center for Biliary Diseases, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Division of Biliary Surgery, Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
- Research Center for Biliary Diseases, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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Karaca Bozdağ Z, Bozdağ E, Sonmez S, Pamukcu Beyhan A, Atasever A. Comparison of the cystocholedochal angle in patients with choledocholithiasis and only cholelithiasis. Clin Anat 2023; 36:675-686. [PMID: 36795311 DOI: 10.1002/ca.24027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/19/2022] [Revised: 02/13/2023] [Accepted: 02/14/2023] [Indexed: 02/17/2023]
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This study aims to evaluate the relation between the cystocholedochal angle (SCA) and choledocholithiasis. The data of 3.350 patients were reviewed retrospectively and a total of 628 patients who met the criteria were included in the study. The patients included in the study were divided into three groups as patients with choledocholithiasis (Group I), patients with only cholelithiasis (Group II), and patients without gallstones as control group (Group III). Measurements of SCA, cystic, bile, and common hepatic ducts (CHDs) were made on magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP) images. Laboratory findings and demographic characteristics of the patients were also recorded. Of the patients included in the study 64.2% were female, 35.8% were male, and their age ranged from 18 to 93 (mean 53.37 ± 18.87 years). While the mean SCA values of all patient groups were 35.44° ± 10.44°, the mean length of cystic, bile and CHDs were 28.91 ± 9.30, 40.28 ± 12.91, 27.09 ± 9.68 mm respectively. All measurements were higher in Group I in comparison to other groups, whereas all measurements of Group II were higher than those of Group III (p < 0.001). Statistical analysis suggests that a SCA of 33.5° and above is an important criterion for diagnosis of choledocholithiasis. Increase of SCA raises the likelihood of choledocholithiasis, as it facilitates the passage of stones from gallbladder into the bile ducts. This is the first study to compare SCA in patients with choledocholithiasis and those with only cholelithiasis. Therefore, we think that this study is important and will be a guide for clinical evaluation.
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- Zekiye Karaca Bozdağ
- Faculty of Medicine, Department of Anatomy, Istanbul Yeni Yüzyıl University, Istanbul, Turkey.,Faculty of Medicine, Department of Anatomy, Istanbul Medipol University, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Kanuni Sultan Süleyman TRH, Gastroenterology Surgery Clinic, Health Sciences University, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Kanuni Sultan Süleyman TRH, Radiology Clinic, Health Sciences University, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Faculty of Medicine, Department of Biostatistics and Medical Informatics, Ege University, Izmir, Turkey
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- Faculty of Medicine, Department of Anatomy, Istanbul Medipol University, Istanbul, Turkey
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Han SJ, Chang JH, Gweon TG, Kim TH, Kim HK, Kim CW. Analysis of symptomatic recurrences of common bile ducts stones after endoscopic removal: Factors related to early or multiple recurrences. Medicine (Baltimore) 2022; 101:e28671. [PMID: 35060565 PMCID: PMC8772677 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000028671] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2021] [Accepted: 01/06/2022] [Indexed: 01/05/2023] Open
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Early or multiple recurrences of symptomatic common bile duct (CBD) stones are troublesome late complications after endoscopic stone removal. We aimed to determine the factors related to early or multiple recurrences of CBD stones.We retrospectively analyzed patients who underwent endoscopic CBD stone extraction in a single institute between January 2006 and December 2015. Patients were divided into 2 groups according to the number and interval of CBD stone recurrences: single versus multiple (≥2) and early (<1.5 years) versus late (≥1.5 years) recurrence.After exclusion, 78 patients were enrolled and followed up for a median of 1974 (IQR: 938-3239) days. Twenty-seven (34.6%) patients experienced multiple recurrences (≥2 times), and 26 (33.3%) patients experienced early first recurrence (<1.5 years). In the multivariate analysis, CBD angulation was independently related to multiple CBD stone recurrence (OR: 4.689, P = .016), and endoscopic papillary large balloon dilation was independently related to late first CBD stone recurrence (OR: 3.783, P = .025). The mean CBD angles were more angulated with increasing instances of recurrence (0, 1, 2, 3, and ≥4 times) with corresponding values of 150.3°, 148.2°, 143.6°, 142.2°, and 126.7°, respectively (P = .011). The period between the initial treatment and first recurrence was significantly longer than the period between the first and second recurrence (P = .048).In conclusion, greater CBD angulation is associated with the increased number of CBD stone recurrence, and EPLBD delays the recurrence of CBD stones after endoscopic CBD stone removal.
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Venkatesh V, Rana SS, Bhatia A, Lal SB. Portal Cavernoma Cholangiopathy in Children: An Evaluation Using Magnetic Resonance Cholangiography and Endoscopic Ultrasound. J Clin Exp Hepatol 2022; 12:135-143. [PMID: 35068794 PMCID: PMC8766562 DOI: 10.1016/j.jceh.2021.03.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2020] [Accepted: 03/01/2021] [Indexed: 01/03/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Portal cavernoma cholangiopathy (PCC) refers to abnormalities of the extra- and intrahepatic bile ducts in patients with portal cavernoma. The literature on PCC in children is very scarce. This study aimed at characterizing PCC in children with extrahepatic portal venous obstruction (EHPVO) using endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) and magnetic resonance cholangiography/portovenography (MRC/MRPV). METHODS A total of 53 consecutive children diagnosed with EHPVO were prospectively evaluated for PCC using MRC/MRPV and EUS. Chandra classification was used for type of involvement and Llop classification for grading of severity. RESULTS All 53 children (100%) had PCC changes on MRC/EUS, but none were symptomatic. Extrahepatic ducts (EHDs) and intrahepatic ducts were involved in majority (85%), and 58.5% had severe changes. Periductal thickening/irregularity (71%) was the commonest change in intrahepatic ducts, whereas irregular contour of the duct with scalloping (68%); common bile duct (CBD) angulation (62.3%) were the frequent changes in the EHDs. Increased CBD angulation predisposed to CBD strictures (P = 0.004). Both left and right branches of portal vein were replaced by collaterals in all children. Among the EUS biliary changes, para-pericholedochal, intrapancreatic, and intramural gall bladder collaterals had significant association with severity, with higher frequency of occurrence in children with the most severe Llop Grade. CONCLUSIONS PCC develops early in the disease course of EHPVO, in children, but is asymptomatic despite severe changes. EUS biliary changes are more likely to be observed with increasing severity of PCC.
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- Vybhav Venkatesh
- Division of Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research, Chandigarh, 160012, India
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research, Chandigarh, 160012, India
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- Department of Radiodiagnosis, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research, Chandigarh, 160012, India
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- Division of Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research, Chandigarh, 160012, India
- Address for correspondence: Sadhna B Lal, Professor & Head, Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition, PGIMER, Chandigarh, 160012, India. Tel.: +919877302447, +919872155573, +917087009613; Fax: +91 172 274440.
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Ryu S, Jo IH, Kim S, Kim YJ, Chung WC. Clinical Impact of Common Bile Duct Angulation on the Recurrence of Common Bile Duct Stone: A Meta-analysis and Review. THE KOREAN JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY 2021; 76:199-205. [PMID: 33100315 DOI: 10.4166/kjg.2020.76.4.199] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2020] [Revised: 07/24/2020] [Accepted: 07/26/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Background/Aims Local and systemic factors, such as diabetes, obesity, and hyperlipidemia, are considered risk factors for the recurrence of choledocholithiasis after successful endoscopic clearance. Local factors include the presence of bile sludge, common bile duct (CBD) diameter, and CBD angulation. Among them, it is unclear if acute CBD angulation is preferable to the recurrence of a CBD stone. Methods PubMed, EMBASE, CINAHL, the Cochrane Library databases, and google website were searched for randomized controlled trials reported in English and undertaken until August 2019. Meta-analysis was performed on all randomized controlled trials for the recurrence of CBD stones between the patients with acute CBD angulation. Results Eight randomized trials (1,776 patients) were identified, and the total recurrent rate of CBD stones was 18.8% (334/1,776). A CBD angle ≤145° was significantly associated with an increased risk of recurrent CBD stone (OR=2.65, p<0.01). In two prospective studies, acute CBD angulation was not proven to be associated with a recurrence (p=0.39). Conclusions Approximately 20% of patients with a CBD stone showed recurrence after the complete clearance of the CBD stone, and a CBD angle ≤145° could increase the risk of recurrence. Overall, a large-scale prospective study should be necessary.
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- Seongyul Ryu
- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, St. Vincent's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Suwon, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, St. Vincent's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Suwon, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, St. Vincent's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Suwon, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, St. Vincent's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Suwon, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, St. Vincent's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Suwon, Korea
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Analysis on Microbial Profiles & Components of Bile in Patients with Recurrent CBD Stones after Endoscopic CBD Stone Removal: A Preliminary Study. J Clin Med 2021; 10:jcm10153303. [PMID: 34362087 PMCID: PMC8347313 DOI: 10.3390/jcm10153303] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2021] [Revised: 07/24/2021] [Accepted: 07/24/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Background/Aim: Common bile duct (CBD) stone recurrence after endoscopic treatment is a major concern as a late complication. Biliary bacterial factors and biochemical factors determine the path of gallstone formation. The aim of this preliminary study was to investigate the microbial profile and components of bile in patients with and without recurrent CBD stones after endoscopic CBD stone removal. Methods: Among patients who had undergone an initial endoscopic procedure for the removal of CBD stones and were followed up for >2 years, 11 patients who experienced at least two CBD stone recurrences, six months after endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), were categorized into the recurrence group. Nine patients without CBD recurrence events were matched. Results: Polymicrobial infections are generally seen in all patients who have biliary sphincteroplasty. Microbial richness, measured by the numbers of operational taxonomic units (OTUs), was reduced in the recurrence group. The microbial evenness was also significantly lower than in the non-recurrence group. The overall microbial communities in the recurrence group deviated from the non-recurrence group. Infection with bacteria exhibiting β-glucuronidase activity was more frequent in the recurrence group, but there was no statistical significance. In an analysis of the bile components, the bile acid concentration was higher in the non-recurrence group than in the recurrence group. However, the other metabolites were not significantly different. Conclusions: Microbiota dysbiosis and altered bacterial community assembly in bile duct and decreased bile acid in bile juice were associated with recurrence of bile duct stone.
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Risk factors of recurrence following common bile duct exploration for choledocholithiasis. THE JOURNAL OF MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY 2021; 24:43-50. [PMID: 35601285 PMCID: PMC8965994 DOI: 10.7602/jmis.2021.24.1.43] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2020] [Accepted: 11/06/2020] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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Choe JW, Kim SY, Lee DW, Hyun JJ, Ahn KR, Yoon I, Jung SW, Jung YK, Koo JS, Yim HJ, Lee SW. Incidence and risk factors for postoperative common bile duct stones in patients undergoing endoscopic extraction and subsequent cholecystectomy. Gastrointest Endosc 2021; 93:608-615. [PMID: 32598960 DOI: 10.1016/j.gie.2020.06.060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2020] [Accepted: 06/15/2020] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS In patients who undergo cholecystectomy after endoscopic common bile duct (CBD) stone extraction, CBD stones found postoperatively could be problematic. This study aimed to investigate the incidence and risk factors of postoperative CBD stones after cholecystectomy. METHODS A total of 278 patients (mean age, 59.2 years; 71 men [51.1%]) who underwent endoscopic removal of CBD stones followed by cholecystectomy from January 2013 to December 2017 were included. An endoscopic nasobiliary drainage (ENBD) tube was placed immediately after endoscopic clearance of the CBD stones in all patients until cholecystectomy. An ENBD tubogram was obtained in all patients to determine the presence of postoperative CBD stones. RESULTS Postoperative CBD stones were detected in 20.1% (56/278). An ENBD tubogram was obtained after an average of 2.42 days postoperatively. Based on univariate analysis, the statistically significant risk factors for postoperative CBD stone were CBD stones >2, CBD stone size >10 mm, cholesterol stone, maximum diameter of CBD >15 mm, treatment with endoscopic sphincterotomy alone, and use of endoscopic mechanical lithotripsy (EML). In multivariate analysis, cholesterol stone, CBD stones >2, CBD stone size >10 mm, and EML were related to postoperative CBD stones after cholecystectomy. CONCLUSIONS Based on the relatively high rate of postoperative CBD stones after cholecystectomy, careful follow-up should be considered in patients with high-risk factors to detect CBD stones early.
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- Jung Wan Choe
- Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University Ansan Hospital, Ansan, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University Ansan Hospital, Ansan, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University Ansan Hospital, Ansan, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University Ansan Hospital, Ansan, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University Ansan Hospital, Ansan, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University Ansan Hospital, Ansan, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University Ansan Hospital, Ansan, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University Ansan Hospital, Ansan, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University Ansan Hospital, Ansan, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University Ansan Hospital, Ansan, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University Ansan Hospital, Ansan, Korea
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Wu Y, Xu CJ, Xu SF. Advances in Risk Factors for Recurrence of Common Bile Duct Stones. Int J Med Sci 2021; 18:1067-1074. [PMID: 33456365 PMCID: PMC7807200 DOI: 10.7150/ijms.52974] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2020] [Accepted: 12/22/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Choledocholithiasis is a chronic common disease. The incidence of cholelithiasis is 5%-15%, of which 5%-30% are combined with Choledocholithiasis. Although endoscopic cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) + endoscopic sphincterotomy (EST) is the most common treatment procedure, which clearance rate is up to 95%, the incidence of recurrent choledocholithiasis was 4%-25%. The risk factors of recurrence after choledocholithiasis clearance are the focuses of current researches, which are caused by multiple factors. We first systematically summarize the risk factors of common bile duct stones (CBDS) recurrence into five aspects: first-episode stone related factors, congenital factors, biological factors, behavioral intervention factors, and the numbers of stone recurrence.
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- Yao Wu
- Sir Run Run Hospital, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, 211100, China
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- Sir Run Run Hospital, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, 211100, China
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- Sir Run Run Hospital, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, 211100, China.,Jiangsu Province Hospital, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, 210029, China
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Endo R, Satoh A, Tanaka Y, Shimoda F, Suzuki K, Takahashi K, Okata H, Hiramoto K, Kimura O, Asonuma S, Umemura K, Shimosegawa T. Saline Solution Irrigation of the Bile Duct after Stone Removal Reduces the Recurrence of Common Bile Duct Stones. TOHOKU J EXP MED 2020; 250:173-179. [PMID: 32161251 DOI: 10.1620/tjem.250.173] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Common bile duct (CBD) stone is a relatively common but potentially life-threatening disease. Endoscopic sphincterotomy (EST) has been performed as standard therapy for CBD stones, but the rate of recurrence of CBD stones is high. Risk factors have been poorly defined, and no effective means for the prevention of the recurrence of CBD stones have been established so far. We aimed to identify significant risk factors for the recurrence of bile duct stones. This study included 477 patients (231 women; mean age, 80.5 years) who underwent EST and cleared CBD stones on cholangiography. A retrospective analysis was performed for the consecutively collected data. During the follow-up period of 6-75 months, the recurrence of CBD stones was observed in 99 patients (20.8%). The median time to the recurrence was 19.0 months (range 4-72 months). Multivariate analysis identified the need for mechanical lithotripsy, which was used for stone fragmentation, as a risk factor. Mechanical lithotripsy caused cholangiography-negative small residua. Notably, saline solution irrigation of the bile duct reduced the recurrence of CBD stones. These results demonstrate that subsequent biliary irrigation after stone removal may prevent the recurrence of CBD stones by clearing small residual fragments.
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- Ryoma Endo
- Department of Gastroenterology, South Miyagi Medical Center
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- Department of Gastroenterology, South Miyagi Medical Center
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- Department of Gastroenterology, South Miyagi Medical Center
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- Department of Gastroenterology, South Miyagi Medical Center
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- Department of Gastroenterology, South Miyagi Medical Center
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- Department of Gastroenterology, South Miyagi Medical Center
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- Department of Gastroenterology, South Miyagi Medical Center
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- Department of Gastroenterology, South Miyagi Medical Center
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- Department of Gastroenterology, South Miyagi Medical Center
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Park CY, Choi SH, Kwon CI, Cho JH, Jang SI, Lee TH, Han JH, Jeong S, Ko KH. What is the better surgical treatment option for recurrent common bile duct stones? Ann Surg Treat Res 2020; 99:329-336. [PMID: 33304860 PMCID: PMC7704274 DOI: 10.4174/astr.2020.99.6.329] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2020] [Revised: 08/05/2020] [Accepted: 08/25/2020] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Purpose Repeating endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) in patients with recurrent common bile duct (CBD) stones is problematic in many ways. Choledochoduodenostomy (CDS) and choledochojejunostomy (CJS) are 2 surgical treatment options for recurrent CBD stones, and each has different advantages and disadvantages. The aim of this study was to compare the 2 surgical options in terms of the recurrence rate of CBD stones after surgical treatment. Methods This retrospective multicenter study included all patients who underwent surgical treatment due to recurrent CBD stones that were not effectively controlled by medical treatment and repeated ERCP between January 2006 and March 2015. We collected data from chart reviews and medical records. A recurrent CBD stone was defined as a stone found 6 months after the complete removal of a CBD stone by ERCP. Patients who underwent surgery for other reasons were excluded. Results A total of 27 patients were enrolled in this study. Six patients underwent CDS, and 21 patients underwent CJS for the rescue treatment of recurrent CBD stones. The median follow-up duration was 290 (180–1,975) days in the CDS group and 1,474 (180–6,560) days in the CJS group (P = 0.065). The postoperative complications were similar and tolerable in both groups (intestinal obstruction; 2 of 27, 7.4%; 1 in each group). CBD stones recurred in 4 patients after CDS (4 of 6, 66.7%), and 3 patients after CJS (3 of 21, 14.3%) (P = 0.010). Conclusion CJS may be a better surgical option than CDS for preventing further stone recurrence in patients with recurrent CBD stones.
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- Chi Young Park
- Digestive Disease Center, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, Seongnam, Korea
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- Department of General Surgery, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, Seongnam, Korea
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- Digestive Disease Center, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, Seongnam, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.,Department of Internal Medicine, Gachon Gil Hospital, Gachon University College of Medicine, Incheon, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Soonchunhyang University Cheonan Hospital, Soonchunhyang University College of Medicine, Cheonan, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Chungbuk National University College of Medicine, Cheongju, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Inha University School of Medicine, Incheon, Korea
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- Digestive Disease Center, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, Seongnam, Korea
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Chae MK, Lee SH, Joo KR. Assessment of the possible risk factors for primary common bile duct stone recurrence after cholecystectomy. Surg Endosc 2020; 35:6497-6504. [PMID: 33201313 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-020-08143-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2020] [Accepted: 10/27/2020] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND Common bile duct (CBD) stone recurrence is considered an unresolved concern after cholecystectomy and complete extraction of previous CBD stones. This study aimed to investigate the potential risk factors for primary CBD stone recurrence after cholecystectomy and endoscopic treatment. METHODS The endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) database of our medical center was retrospectively reviewed between February 2008 and May 2018. A total of 45 patients with CBD stone recurrence with a history of previous cholecystectomy were recruited in the study. Moreover, 104 patients who underwent cholecystectomy at our medical center and who were followed up for more than 1 year without CBD stone recurrence were assigned to the control group. The characteristics of the patients, surgical records during cholecystectomy, and ERCP records obtained immediately before cholecystectomy were analyzed. RESULTS Univariate analysis, based on the binary logistic regression method, indicated that age (p = 0.01) and the presence of the periampullary diverticulum (PAD; p = 0.006) were significantly different between the non-recurrence and recurrence groups. However, the surgical records during cholecystectomy were not significantly different between the two groups. The CBD stone number (p = 0.039), CBD stone diameter (≥ 10 mm; p = 0.05), and CBD diameter (≥ 15 mm; p < 0.001), based on the ERCP findings were significantly different between the two groups. Multivariate analysis revealed that CBD diameter (≥ 15 mm; OR, 3.878; 95% CI, 1.406-10.697; p = 0.008) was the independent risk factors for CBD stone recurrence after cholecystectomy. CONCLUSIONS CBD diameter (≥ 15 mm) at the time of the initial ERCP is associated with CBD stone recurrence after cholecystectomy.
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- Min Kyu Chae
- Department of Internal Medicine, Kyung Hee University Hospital at Gangdong, Kyung Hee University School of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Kyung Hee University Hospital at Gangdong, Kyung Hee University School of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Kyung Hee University Hospital at Gangdong, Kyung Hee University School of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
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Takeda T, Sasaki T, Mie T, Furukawa T, Kanata R, Kasuga A, Matsuyama M, Ozaka M, Sasahira N. Novel risk factors for recurrent biliary obstruction and pancreatitis after metallic stent placement in pancreatic cancer. Endosc Int Open 2020; 8:E1603-E1610. [PMID: 33140016 PMCID: PMC7581474 DOI: 10.1055/a-1244-1989] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2020] [Accepted: 08/03/2020] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Background and study aims Self-expandable metallic stents (SEMS) are now widely used even for patients with borderline resectable (BR) pancreatic cancer (PC), as neoadjuvant therapy has become common. Therefore, we conducted this study to evaluate safety of SEMS placement in the population including BR PC and to explore risk factors for recurrent biliary obstruction (RBO), pancreatitis, and cholecystitis. Patients and methods We retrospectively investigated consecutive patients with PC who received initial SEMS between January 2015 and March 2019. We compared time to RBO (TRBO), causes of RBO, and stent-related adverse events (AEs) according to resectability status. Univariate and multivariate analyses were performed to explore risk factors for TRBO, pancreatitis, and cholecystitis. Results A total of 135 patients were included (BR 31 and unresectable [UR] 104). Stent-related AEs occurred in 39 patients: pancreatitis 14 (mild/moderate/severe 1/6/7), cholecystitis 12, and non-occluding cholangitis 13. TRBO, causes of RBO, and stent-related AEs were not significantly different according to resectability status. Overall rate of RBO was higher in UR PC due to the longer follow-up period. Sharp common bile duct (CBD) angulation was an independent risk factor for short duration of TRBO. High pancreatic volume index and SEMS of high axial force were independent risk factors for pancreatitis, whereas tumor involvement to orifice of cystic duct was the only risk factor for cholecystitis. Conclusions We demonstrated that SEMS can be safely deployed even in patients with BR PC. Sharp CBD angulation and high pancreatic volume index were identified as novel risk factors for RBO and pancreatitis, respectively, after SEMS placement.
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- Tsuyoshi Takeda
- Department of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Medicine, Cancer Institute Hospital of Japanese Foundation for Cancer Research, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Medicine, Cancer Institute Hospital of Japanese Foundation for Cancer Research, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Medicine, Cancer Institute Hospital of Japanese Foundation for Cancer Research, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Medicine, Cancer Institute Hospital of Japanese Foundation for Cancer Research, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Medicine, Cancer Institute Hospital of Japanese Foundation for Cancer Research, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Medicine, Cancer Institute Hospital of Japanese Foundation for Cancer Research, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Medicine, Cancer Institute Hospital of Japanese Foundation for Cancer Research, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Medicine, Cancer Institute Hospital of Japanese Foundation for Cancer Research, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Medicine, Cancer Institute Hospital of Japanese Foundation for Cancer Research, Tokyo, Japan
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Zhang J, Ling X. Risk factors and management of primary choledocholithiasis: a systematic review. ANZ J Surg 2020; 91:530-536. [PMID: 32815266 DOI: 10.1111/ans.16211] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2019] [Revised: 07/15/2020] [Accepted: 07/18/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND Primary choledocholithiasis (PC) is a common disease in biliary surgery. The treatment is always challenging due to its high recurrence. A systemic review is undertaken to determine the risk factors for recurrence and provide with the individualized management strategy. METHODS Electronic databases PubMed (Medline), Embase and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Studies were searched for relevant articles on risk factors for PC recurrence. Its therapeutic intervention was also collected and analysed. RESULTS A total of 36 articles were eligible for inclusion. The recurrent risk factors include abnormalities of biliary anatomy (peripapillary diverticulum), dynamics (choledochal dilation, sharp angulation and stone number), metabolism (advanced age and hypothyroidism) and bacterial infection (Enterobacter and Helicobacter pylori). These factors eventually induce cholestasis and stone formation. At present, there is no guideline and expertise consensus for PC management. The treatment mainly consists of stone retrieval approaches and internal drainage surgeries. The former are minimally invasive methods: endoscopic sphincterotomy (EST), papillary balloon dilation (EPBD) and laparoscopic common bile duct exploration (LCBDE). The latter include choledochoduodenostomy (CDS) and choledochojejunostomy (CJS) with Roux-en-Y reconstruction. By far, the internal drainage surgeries have significantly lower recurrence than stone retrieval approaches. CONCLUSION Abnormal biliary anatomy, dynamics, metabolism and bacterial infection are the risk factors for PC. Both EST/EPBD and LCBDE can be performed as initial treatment. For recurrent PC, CDS is more suitable to the elderly, while Roux-en-Y CJS reserves for young patients or those in good conditions.
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- Jie Zhang
- Department of General Surgery, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing, China
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Kim YJ, Chung WC, Jo IH, Kim J, Kim S. Efficacy of endoscopic ultrasound after removal of common bile duct stone. Scand J Gastroenterol 2019; 54:1160-1165. [PMID: 31491357 DOI: 10.1080/00365521.2019.1660911] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Objective: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is a standard procedure for choledocholithiasis. Nonetheless, the recurrence rate remains quite high. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence and related factors of remnant biliary stone or sludge using endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) after the removal of common bile duct (CBD) stone and to evaluate the long-term clinical outcomes. Methods: A prospective study enrolling a consecutive series of patients who underwent ERCP for CBD stone removal was performed between June 2014 and November 2015. Following confirmation of complete CBD stone removal by the operator, EUS was performed to determine whether biliary stone or sludge remained. Patients underwent cholecystectomy if a gallstone was identified and were subsequently followed up at a regular interval of 3-6 months. We investigated whether symptomatic recurrence would occur. Results: A total of 130 patients were enrolled. The presence of remnant biliary stone or sludge after ERCP was confirmed in 36.9% (48/130) of patients. Acute angulation of the distal CBD was the sole factor associated with remnant biliary stone or sludge (p < .01). During the follow-up period, the overall recurrence rate was 17.7% (23/130). Recurrent symptomatic choledocholithiasis was predicted by remnant biliary sludge and large CBD diameter in multivariate analysis. Conclusions: Acute angulation of the distal CBD was associated with remnant biliary stone or sludge after ERCP. Remnant biliary sludge on EUS and large CBD diameter were strong predictors of symptomatic recurrence. EUS evaluation following CBD stone removal could be an effective strategy in the treatment of choledocholithiasis.
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- Yeon-Ji Kim
- Department of Internal Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea College of Medicine , Seoul , South Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea College of Medicine , Seoul , South Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea College of Medicine , Seoul , South Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea College of Medicine , Seoul , South Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea College of Medicine , Seoul , South Korea
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Parra-Membrives P, Martínez-Baena D, Lorente-Herce JM, Jiménez-Riera G, Sánchez-Gálvez MÁ. Choledocholithiasis recurrence following laparoscopic common bile duct exploration. Cir Esp 2019; 97:336-342. [PMID: 31027833 DOI: 10.1016/j.ciresp.2019.02.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2018] [Revised: 02/16/2019] [Accepted: 02/19/2019] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Choledocholithiasis may be treated following an endoscopic approach or by laparoscopic common bile duct exploration (LCBDE). Stone recurrence following endoscopic management has been extensively investigated. We analyze the risk factors associated with stone recurrence following LCBDE. METHODS Patients who underwent LCBDE from February 2004 to July 2016 were examined in an univariate and multivariate analysis to assess the association of stone recurrence with the following variables: gender; age; hepatopathy; dyslipidemia, obesity or diabetes mellitus; previous abdominal surgery; presence of cholecystitis, cholangitis or pancreatitis; preoperative liver function tests, number of retrieved stones; method of common bile duct clearance and closure; presence of impacted or intrahepatic stones; conversion to open surgery and postoperative morbidity. RESULTS A total of 156 patients were included. Recurrence rate for choledocholithiasis was 14.1% with a mean time to recurrence of 38.18 month. Age was the only independent risk factor for stone recurrence at univariate and multivariate analysis. No patient aged under 55 years developed new common bile duct stones, and 86.4% of the recurrences occurred in patients aged above 65. CONCLUSIONS Age is the only independent risk factor associated to choledocholithiasis recurrence following LCBDE. Different mechanism in common bile duct stone development may be present for younger and older patients.
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- Pablo Parra-Membrives
- Departamento de Cirugía, Universidad de Sevilla, España; Unidad de Cirugía Hepatobiliar y Pancreática, Servicio de Cirugía General y Digestiva, Hospital Universitario de Valme, Sevilla, España.
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- Unidad de Cirugía Hepatobiliar y Pancreática, Servicio de Cirugía General y Digestiva, Hospital Universitario de Valme, Sevilla, España
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- Unidad de Cirugía Hepatobiliar y Pancreática, Servicio de Cirugía General y Digestiva, Hospital Universitario de Valme, Sevilla, España
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- Departamento de Cirugía, Universidad de Sevilla, España; Unidad de Cirugía Hepatobiliar y Pancreática, Servicio de Cirugía General y Digestiva, Hospital Universitario de Valme, Sevilla, España
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- Unidad de Cirugía Hepatobiliar y Pancreática, Servicio de Cirugía General y Digestiva, Hospital Universitario de Valme, Sevilla, España
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Almadi MA, Eltayeb M, Thaniah S, Alrashed F, Aljebreen MA, Alharbi OR, Azzam N, Aljebreen AM. Predictors of failure of endoscopic retrograde cholangiography in clearing bile duct stone on the initial procedure. Saudi J Gastroenterol 2019; 25:132-138. [PMID: 30381495 PMCID: PMC6457179 DOI: 10.4103/sjg.sjg_304_18] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND/AIMS The aim of this study is to predict cases where the clearance of the biliary system from stones at the initial endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) might be of value for better risk-stratifying patients. We attempted to identify factors that are associated with a higher failure rate of clearing the biliary system on the index ERCP. PATIENTS AND METHODS This is a retrospective study from January 2008 to January 2015. All patients with bile duct stones confirmed on ERCP were included in this study. Patients who had prior attempts of bile duct stone extraction were excluded. RESULTS A total of 554 ERCPs were performed to extract biliary duct stones from 426 patients. The mean age was 46.3 years and 41.7% were males. The group where the index ERCP did not clear the biliary system tended to be older (50.4 vs. 45.2 years, P = 0.03). On multivariate analysis, the presence of fever (OR 4.64; 95% CI, 1.66-12.79), a larger number of filling defects (OR 1.34; 95% CI, 1.13-1.93), presence of a stricture distal to a stone (OR 4.63; 95% CI, 1.36-15.78), the use of an extraction basket (OR 3.23; 95% CI, 1.56-6.74), and/or mechanical lithotripsy (OR 3.05; 95% CI, 1.10-8.49) were all associated with a lower odds of clearing the biliary system. The use of an extraction balloon was associated with the success of clearing the biliary system (99.7% vs. 77.4%, P < 0.01) and a lower odds of failing (OR 0.01; 95% CI, 0.00-0.08) on multivariate analysis. CONCLUSION A few of the characteristics that are found on cholangiography at the index ERCP could be used to identify patients that might require more than one ERCP to clear the biliary system from stones.
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- Majid A. Almadi
- Gastroenterology Division, King Khalid University Hospital, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia,Gastroenterology Division, The McGill University Health Center, Montreal General Hospital, McGill University, Montreal, Canada,Address for correspondence: Dr. Majid A Almadi, Division of Gastroenterology, King Khalid University Hospital, King Saud University, Riyadh - 12372, Saudi Arabia. E-mail:
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- Gastroenterology Division, King Khalid University Hospital, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Gastroenterology Division, King Khalid University Hospital, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medicine, King Khalid University Hospital, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medicine, King Khalid University Hospital, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Gastroenterology Division, King Khalid University Hospital, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Gastroenterology Division, King Khalid University Hospital, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Gastroenterology Division, King Khalid University Hospital, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Li S, Su B, Chen P, Hao J. Risk factors for recurrence of common bile duct stones after endoscopic biliary sphincterotomy. J Int Med Res 2018; 46:2595-2605. [PMID: 29865913 PMCID: PMC6124257 DOI: 10.1177/0300060518765605] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Objective Late complications after endoscopic biliary sphincterotomy (EST) include stone recurrence, but no definite risk factors for recurrence have been established. This study was performed to identify the predictors of recurrence and evaluate the clinical outcomes of EST for common bile duct stones. Methods In total, 345 eligible patients who successfully underwent EST were evaluated and followed up. Statistical analysis was performed on patients with recurrence or who had undergone at least 6 months of reliable follow-up to detect the risk factors for recurrence. Results A total of 57 patients (16.52%) developed recurrence of common bile duct stones. The median length of time until recurrence was 10.25 months (range, 6–54.4 months). Univariate analyses showed that the following factors were associated with recurrence: cholecystectomy prior to EST, prior biliary tract surgery, periampullary diverticulum, diameter of the common bile duct (>15 vs. ≤15 mm), quantity of stones, complete stone removal at the first session, and lithotripsy. Multivariate analysis identified two independent risk factors for recurrence: previous biliary tract surgery and lithotripsy. Conclusions EST for common bile duct stones is safe as indicated by patients’ long-term outcomes. Patients with a history of biliary surgery or lithotripsy are more prone to recurrence.
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- Sujuan Li
- 1 Department of Gastroenterology, Beijing Chao-Yang Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, P.R. China.,2 Department of Gastroenterology, Affiliated Hospital of Inner Mongolia Medical University, Hohhot, P.R. China
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- 2 Department of Gastroenterology, Affiliated Hospital of Inner Mongolia Medical University, Hohhot, P.R. China
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- 2 Department of Gastroenterology, Affiliated Hospital of Inner Mongolia Medical University, Hohhot, P.R. China
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- 1 Department of Gastroenterology, Beijing Chao-Yang Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, P.R. China
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Jeon J, Lim SU, Park CH, Jun CH, Park SY, Rew JS. Restoration of common bile duct diameter within 2 weeks after endoscopic stone retraction is a preventive factor for stone recurrence. Hepatobiliary Pancreat Dis Int 2018; 17:251-256. [PMID: 29625836 DOI: 10.1016/j.hbpd.2018.03.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2017] [Accepted: 03/16/2018] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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BACKGROUND Little information is available about the relationship between restoration of common bile duct (CBD) diameter after endoscopic stone retraction and recurrence of CBD stones in elderly patients. The present study was to determine whether restoration of CBD diameter is a preventive factor for CBD stone recurrence in elderly patients who underwent endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). METHODS From January 2006 to December 2010, 238 patients underwent the first and the second session of ERCP for the removal of CBD stones. Among them, 173 were over 65 years old. These patients were divided into recurrent group and non-recurrent group. Restoration of CBD diameter and patients' characteristics were compared. RESULTS There was no statistical difference in patients' characteristics, associated diseases, or ERCP-related complications between the two groups. Reduction of CBD diameter was significantly larger in the non-recurrent group (2.7 ± 1.7 mm) compared to that in the recurrent group (1.4 ± 2.3 mm, P = 0.002). The proportion of patients with restoration of CBD diameter were significantly lower in the recurrent group (6/42, 14.3%) compared with that in the non-recurrent group (67/131, 51.1%) (P < 0.01). CONCLUSIONS There is an inverse relationship between restoration of CBD diameter and CBD stone recurrence. Therefore, patients without restoration of CBD diameter within 2 weeks after endoscopic stone removal should be monitored more frequently.
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- Jin Jeon
- Department of Internal Medicine, Chonnam National University Hospital, Gwangju, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Mokpo Hankook Hospital, Mokpo, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Chonnam National University Hospital, Gwangju, Korea.
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Chonnam National University Hospital, Gwangju, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Chonnam National University Hospital, Gwangju, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Chonnam National University Hospital, Gwangju, Korea
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Yoo ES, Yoo BM, Kim JH, Hwang JC, Yang MJ, Lee KM, Kim SS, Noh CK. Evaluation of risk factors for recurrent primary common bile duct stone in patients with cholecystectomy. Scand J Gastroenterol 2018; 53:466-470. [PMID: 29457922 DOI: 10.1080/00365521.2018.1438507] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Recurrence of primary common bile duct (CBD) stone commonly occurs after complete removal of CBD stones in patients with cholecystectomy. This study aimed to investigate potential risk factors for the recurrence of primary CBD stones after endoscopic treatment. MATERIALS AND METHODS Between January 2005 and December 2015, the endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) database of our medical center was retrospectively reviewed; information regarding eligible patients who had recurrent CBD stones with a history of previous cholecystectomy was collected. The characteristics of the patients, CBD stone, CBD and ERCP-related factors were analyzed. RESULTS The recurrence rate of CBD stone was 18.5% (115/622) after endoscopic treatment in patients with cholecystectomy. In univariate analysis, the number of CBD stones (≥2), CBD stone diameter (≥10 mm), stone composition, stone consistency, CBD diameter (≥15 mm), bile duct dilatation pattern, sharp bile duct angulation (<145°), balloon dilatation, large balloon (>12 mm) dilatation, endoscopic mechanical lithotripsy, endoscopic sphincterotomy, and endoscopic papillary balloon dilatation alone method were significant between the non-recurrence and recurrence groups. However, in multivariate analysis (based on the binary logistic regression method), the number of CBD stones (≥2) (adjusted odds ratio [AOR] 3.232; 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.344-7.773; p = .009), cholesterol stone (AOR 2.824; 95% CI 1.175-6.786; p =.02) and sharp bile duct angulation (<145°) (AOR 2.462; 95% CI 1.062-5.711; p = .036) were independent risk factors of CBD stone recurrence after cholecystectomy. CONCLUSIONS CBD stone number (≥2), cholesterol stone and sharp bile duct angulation (<145°) are associated with recurrent common bile duct stones after cholecystectomy.
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- Eun Soo Yoo
- a Department of Gastroenterology , Ajou University School of Medicine , Suwon , South Korea
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- a Department of Gastroenterology , Ajou University School of Medicine , Suwon , South Korea
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- a Department of Gastroenterology , Ajou University School of Medicine , Suwon , South Korea
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- a Department of Gastroenterology , Ajou University School of Medicine , Suwon , South Korea
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- a Department of Gastroenterology , Ajou University School of Medicine , Suwon , South Korea
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- a Department of Gastroenterology , Ajou University School of Medicine , Suwon , South Korea
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- a Department of Gastroenterology , Ajou University School of Medicine , Suwon , South Korea
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- a Department of Gastroenterology , Ajou University School of Medicine , Suwon , South Korea
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OBJECTIVES To evaluate the risk of pyogenic liver abscess (PLA) in patients receiving endoscopic sphincterotomy (ES). SETTING A population-based cohort study using data from Taiwans' National Health Insurance Research Database was conducted. Patients aged 20 or older who had undergone an ES were considered as the ES cohort. The dates for the first hospitalisation of the patients receiving ES were defined as the index dates. PARTICIPANTS Patients in the ES and non-ES cohorts were selected by 1:1 matching ratio based on a propensity score. A total of 8174 sex-matched, age-matched and index year-matched (1:1) pairs of patients receiving ES and 8174 patients without ES served as controls. Cox proportional hazards regression was employed to calculate the HRs and 95% CIs for the association between PLA and ES. RESULTS The overall incidence of PLA was significantly higher in the ES cohort than in the non-ES cohort (4.20 vs 0.94, respectively, per 1000 person-year) with the adjusted HR (aHR) 4.50 (95% CI 3.38 to 6.58) A stratified analysis during the follow-up years revealed that when the ES cohort was compared with the non-ES cohort, they displayed a higher risk of PLA during the first follow-up year (aHR 4.35, 95% CI 2.26 to 8.39) which continued significantly over the next 4-5 years of follow-up. CONCLUSIONS Patients receiving ES are associated with having a higher risk of PLA.
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- Yen-Chun Peng
- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Taichung Veterans General Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan
- School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Management Office for Health Data, China Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan
- Graduate Institute of Clinical Medical Science and School of Medicine, College of Medicine, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan
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- Management Office for Health Data, China Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan
- Graduate Institute of Clinical Medical Science and School of Medicine, College of Medicine, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan
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Vezakis A, Polydorou A, Kontis E, Pantiora E, Papanikolaou IS, Fragulidis G. Safety and efficacy of extending a previous endoscopic sphincterotomy for the treatment of retained or recurrent common bile duct stones. Ann Gastroenterol 2018; 31:109-114. [PMID: 29333075 PMCID: PMC5759604 DOI: 10.20524/aog.2017.0206] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2017] [Accepted: 09/26/2017] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Background: The aim of the study was to evaluate the safety and efficacy of extending a previous endoscopic sphincterotomy (ES) in patients with retained or recurrent common bile duct (CBD) stones. Methods: Between 2001 and 2013, extension of a previous ES, for known or suspected CBD stones, was performed in 118 patients (m/f, 53/65) with a median age of 74 (range: 31-91) years (group A). During the same period, ES was performed in 1064 patients with suspected or known choledocholithiasis (group B). The efficacy and complications of the extension (group A) were analyzed and a comparison was made between groups regarding complications. Results: Bile duct cannulation was straightforward in all patients in group A, while it was considered difficult in 49% of patients in group B. Complete clearance was achieved in 76/97 patients (78%) with CBD stones, after a mean of 1.18 attempts per patient. Mechanical lithotripsy was required in 10% of patients. After extension, immediate bleeding occurred in 24 patients (20%), which stopped spontaneously in 9 (37%) and endoscopic hemostasis was required in the remainder. Complications were more frequent in group B (5.3% vs. 0.8%, P=0.031), but there was no significant difference for any individual complication. Immediate bleeding was more common in group B (29% vs. 20%, P=0.035), but there was no difference in clinical bleeding. Conclusion: Extension of a previous ES seems to be a simple, effective and safe technique, allowing stone clearance in nearly 80% of patients; it is thus recommended in patients with CBD stones after ES.
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- Antonios Vezakis
- 2 Department of Surgery and Endoscopy Unit, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Aretaieion Hospital, Athens, Greece (Antonios Vezakis, Andreas Polydorou, Eirini Pantiora, Ioannis S. Papanikolaou, Georgios Fragulidis)
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- 2 Department of Surgery and Endoscopy Unit, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Aretaieion Hospital, Athens, Greece (Antonios Vezakis, Andreas Polydorou, Eirini Pantiora, Ioannis S. Papanikolaou, Georgios Fragulidis)
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- Institute of Liver Studies, King's College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London, UK (Elissaios Kontis)
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- 2 Department of Surgery and Endoscopy Unit, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Aretaieion Hospital, Athens, Greece (Antonios Vezakis, Andreas Polydorou, Eirini Pantiora, Ioannis S. Papanikolaou, Georgios Fragulidis)
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- 2 Department of Surgery and Endoscopy Unit, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Aretaieion Hospital, Athens, Greece (Antonios Vezakis, Andreas Polydorou, Eirini Pantiora, Ioannis S. Papanikolaou, Georgios Fragulidis)
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- 2 Department of Surgery and Endoscopy Unit, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Aretaieion Hospital, Athens, Greece (Antonios Vezakis, Andreas Polydorou, Eirini Pantiora, Ioannis S. Papanikolaou, Georgios Fragulidis)
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Choi YS, Do JH, Suh SW, Lee SE, Kang H, Park HJ. Risk factors for the late development of common bile duct stones after laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Surg Endosc 2017; 31:4857-4862. [PMID: 28664425 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-017-5698-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2017] [Accepted: 06/22/2017] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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BACKGROUND The development of common bile duct (CBD) stones after laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) could be a stressful event for surgeons and patients. The purpose of this study was to investigate the risk factors for and the time of occurrence of CBD stones, which are detected at a certain period after LC in patients who have no history of having CBD stone before operation. METHODS A total of 1938 patients who underwent LC for benign gallbladder lesion were retrospectively analyzed. The patients were categorized into two groups according to the development of CBD stones at least 6 months after LC (case group, control group). The risk factors for and the time of development of CBD stones after LC were evaluated. RESULTS In a univariate analysis, the significant factors for the development of CBD stones were old age, acute cholecystitis, the presence of periampullary diverticulum, and the presence of gall bladder stones sized <0.55 cm. By multivariate analysis, acute cholecystitis (OR: 3.082, 95% CI: 1.306-7.272, p = 0.010), the presence of periampullary diverticulum (OR: 7.950, 95% CI: 3.425-18.457, p < 0.001), and the presence of gall bladder stones sized < 0.55 cm (OR: 5.647, 95% CI: 1.310-24.346, p = 0.020) were independent factors that could predict the development of CBD stones at least 6 months after LC. The time intervals of the development of CBD stones had evenly distributed during 50 months after LC. CONCLUSION This study suggested that the surgeon should inform the possibility of the development of CBD stones who have the identified risk factors.
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- Yoo Shin Choi
- Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, Chung-Ang University, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, College of Medicine, Chu ng-Ang University, 224-1 Heuksuk-dong, Dongjak-gu, 156-755, Seoul, South Korea.
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- Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, Chung-Ang University, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, Chung-Ang University, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, College of Medicine, Chung-Ang University, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Radiology, College of Medicine, Chung-Ang University, Seoul, South Korea
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Konstantakis C, Triantos C, Theopistos V, Theocharis G, Maroulis I, Diamantopoulou G, Thomopoulos K. Recurrence of choledocholithiasis following endoscopic bile duct clearance: Long term results and factors associated with recurrent bile duct stones. World J Gastrointest Endosc 2017; 9:26-33. [PMID: 28101305 PMCID: PMC5215116 DOI: 10.4253/wjge.v9.i1.26] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2016] [Revised: 09/17/2016] [Accepted: 10/18/2016] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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AIM To evaluate the rate of recurrence of symptomatic choledocholithiasis and identify factors associated with the recurrence of bile duct stones in patients who underwent endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and endoscopic sphincterotomy (EST) for bile duct stone disease.
METHODS All patients who underwent ERCP and EST for bile duct stone disease and had their bile duct cleared from 1/1/2005 until 31/12/2008 was enrolled. All symptomatic recurrences during the study period (until 31/12/2015) were recorded. Clinical and laboratory data potentially associated with common bile duct (CBD) stone recurrence were retrospectively retrieved from patients’ files.
RESULTS A total of 495 patients were included. Sixty seven (67) out of 495 patients (13.5%) presented with recurrent symptomatic choledocholithiasis after 35.28 ± 16.9 mo while twenty two (22) of these patients (32.8%) experienced a second recurrence after 35.19 ± 23.2 mo. Factors associated with recurrence were size (diameter) of the largest CBD stone found at first presentation (10.2 ± 6.9 mm vs 7.2 ± 4.1 mm, P = 0.024), diameter of the CBD at the first examination (15.5 ± 6.3 mm vs 12.0 ± 4.6 mm, P = 0.005), use of mechanical lithotripsy (ML) (P = 0.04) and presence of difficult lithiasis (P = 0.04). Periampullary diverticula showed a trend towards significance (P = 0.066). On the contrary, number of stones, angulation of the CBD, number of ERCP sessions required to clear the CBD at first presentation, more than one ERCP session needed to clear the bile duct initially and a gallbladder in situ did not influence recurrence.
CONCLUSION Bile duct stone recurrence is a possible late complication following endoscopic stone extraction and CBD clearance. It appears to be associated with anatomical parameters (CBD diameter) and stone characteristics (stone size, use of ML, difficult lithiasis) at first presentation.
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Lee JM, Chung WC, Sung HJ, Kim YJ, Youn GJ, Jung YD, Choi S, Jeon EJ. Factor analysis of recurrent biliary events in long-term follow up of gallstone pancreatitis. J Dig Dis 2017; 18:40-46. [PMID: 27990758 DOI: 10.1111/1751-2980.12436] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2016] [Revised: 12/03/2016] [Accepted: 12/13/2016] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Recurrent attacks after acute gallstone pancreatitis (GSP) are substantial problems, together with associated morbidity and mortality. The recommended therapies for recurrent attacks are cholecystectomy and endoscopic sphincterotomy (EST). This study aimed to evaluate the long-term results of cholecystectomy and EST after clinical improvement of GSP. METHODS A consecutive series of patients who were admitted with GSP from January 2003 to December 2014 were analyzed. Patients were categorized into three treatment subgroups: cholecystectomy (n = 53), EST (n = 51) and conservative care (n = 67). RESULTS A total of 171 patients were enrolled. The mean follow-up period was 58 months (range 6-125 months). The pancreatitis-induced in-hospital mortality rate was 1.5%. The cholecystectomy and EST groups had a significantly lower frequency of recurrent pancreatitis than the conservative care group (P < 0.01). For recurrent pancreatitis, there was no significant difference between the cholecystectomy with and without EST subgroups. With respect to total recurrent biliary events, the cholecystectomy group was superior to the EST only group (P < 0.01). In patients receiving definitive treatment (cholecystectomy with or without EST), the presence of common bile duct (CBD) stone was an independent risk factor for recurrent biliary events (P < 0.01). CONCLUSIONS In the long-term follow up of GSP, cholecystectomy can offer better protection against recurrent biliary events than EST only. The presence of CBD stones at time of definitive therapy might be a risk factor for recurrent biliary events.
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- Ji Min Lee
- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, St Vincent Hospital, Catholic University of Korea, Suwon, South Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, St Vincent Hospital, Catholic University of Korea, Suwon, South Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, St Vincent Hospital, Catholic University of Korea, Suwon, South Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, St Vincent Hospital, Catholic University of Korea, Suwon, South Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, St Vincent Hospital, Catholic University of Korea, Suwon, South Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, St Vincent Hospital, Catholic University of Korea, Suwon, South Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, St Vincent Hospital, Catholic University of Korea, Suwon, South Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, St Paul's Hospital, Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, South Korea
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Jabeen S, Robbani I, Choh NA, Ashraf O, Shaheen F, Gojwari T, Gul S. Spectrum of biliary abnormalities in portal cavernoma cholangiopathy (PCC) secondary to idiopathic extrahepatic portal vein obstruction (EHPVO)-a prospective magnetic resonance cholangiopancreaticography (MRCP) based study. Br J Radiol 2016; 89:20160636. [PMID: 27730821 DOI: 10.1259/bjr.20160636] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To characterize biliary abnormalities seen in portal cavernoma cholangiopathy (PCC) on MR cholangiopancreaticography (MRCP) and elucidate certain salient features of the disease by collaborating our findings with those of previous studies. METHODS We prospectively enrolled 52 patients with portal cavernoma secondary to idiopathic extrahepatic portal vein obstruction, who underwent a standard MRCP protocol. Images were analyzed for abnormalities involving the entire biliary tree. Terms used were those proposed by the Indian National Association for Study of the Liver. Angulation of the common bile duct (CBD) was measured in all patients with cholangiopathy. RESULTS Cholangiopathy was seen in 80.7% of patients on MRCP. Extrahepatic ducts were involved in 95% of patients either alone (26%) or in combination with the intrahepatic ducts (69%). Isolated involvement of the intrahepatic ducts was seen in 4.8% of patients. Abnormalities of the extrahepatic ducts included angulation (90%), scalloping (76.2%), extrinsic impression/indentation (45.2%), stricture (14.3%) and smooth dilatation (4.8%). The mean CBD angle was 113.2 ± 19.8°. Abnormalities of the intrahepatic ducts included smooth dilatation (40%), irregularity (28%) and narrowing (9%). Cholelithiasis, choledocholithiasis and hepatolithiasis were seen in 28.6% (12) patients, 14.3% (6) patients and 11.9% (5) patients, respectively. There was a significant association between choledocholithiasis and CBD stricture, with no significant association between choledocholithiasis and cholelithiasis. A significant association was also seen between hepatolithiasis and choledocholithiasis. CONCLUSION The spectrum of biliary abnormalities in PCC has been explored and some salient features of the disease have been elucidated, which allow a confident diagnosis of this entity. Advances in knowledge: PCC preferentially involves the extrahepatic biliary tree. Changes in the intrahepatic ducts generally occur as sequelae of involvement of the extrahepatic ducts, although isolated involvement of the intrahepatic ducts does occur. Increased angulation of the CBD and scalloping are most commonly seen. Angulation may predispose to choledocholithiasis and thus development of symptomatic cholangiopathy. Choledocholithiasis and hepatolithiasis occur as sequelae of PCC.
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- Shumyla Jabeen
- 1 Department of Radiodiagnosis and Imaging, Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India
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- 1 Department of Radiodiagnosis and Imaging, Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India
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- 1 Department of Radiodiagnosis and Imaging, Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India
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- 1 Department of Radiodiagnosis and Imaging, Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India
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- 1 Department of Radiodiagnosis and Imaging, Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India
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- 1 Department of Radiodiagnosis and Imaging, Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India
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- 2 Department of Radiodiagnosis and Imaging, SMHS Hospital, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India
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Han JY, Lee DH, Jeong S, Choi HJ, Moon JH, Han JH, Kwon CI, Lee TH, Hyun JJ, Hwang JC, Koh DH. Clinical Features and Outcomes of Endoscopic Treatment for Stones in Stemware-Shaped Common Bile Ducts: A Multicenter Data Analysis. Gut Liver 2016; 9:800-4. [PMID: 26087795 PMCID: PMC4625711 DOI: 10.5009/gnl14433] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND/AIMS Various anatomical features of the biliary tree affect ability to remove difficult common bile duct (CBD) stones. In this study, we evaluated the clinical characteristics and outcomes of the endoscopic treatment of stones in stemware-shaped CBDs. METHODS Thirty-four patients with a stone and a stemware-shaped CBD who were treated at different tertiary referral centers from January 2008 to December 2012 were studied retrospectively. When stone removal failed, percutaneous or direct peroral cholangioscopic lithotripsy, endoscopic retrograde biliary drainage, or surgery was performed as a second-line procedure. RESULTS The overall success rate of the first-line procedure was 41.2%. Five of the 34 patients (14.7%) experienced procedure-related complications. No procedure-related mortality occurred. Mechanical lithotripsy was required to completely remove stones in 13 patients (38.2%). Conversion to a second-line procedure was required in 20 patients (58.8%). Mechanical lithotripsy was needed in 75% and 66.7% of those with a stone size of <1 cm or ≥1 cm, respectively. Stone recurrence occurred in two patients (9.1%) after 6 months and 27 months, respectively. CONCLUSIONS The endoscopic treatment of stones in a stemware-shaped CBD is challenging. The careful assessment of difficult CBD stones is required before endoscopic procedures.
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- Jee Young Han
- Department of Internal Medicine, Inha University Hospital, Incheon, Korea.,Korea Association of Health Promotion, Jeonbuk Branch, Jeonju, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Inha University Hospital, Incheon, Korea.,National Center of Efficacy Evaluation for the Development of Health Products Targeting Digestive Disorders (NCEED), and Utah-Inha DDS & Advanced Therapeutics Research Center, Incheon,Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Inha University Hospital, Incheon, Korea.,National Center of Efficacy Evaluation for the Development of Health Products Targeting Digestive Disorders (NCEED), and Utah-Inha DDS & Advanced Therapeutics Research Center, Incheon,Korea
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- Digestive Disease Center and Research Institute, Soonchunhyang University Bucheon Hospital, Bucheon, Korea
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- Digestive Disease Center and Research Institute, Soonchunhyang University Bucheon Hospital, Bucheon, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Chungbuk National University College of Medicine, Cheongju, Korea
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- Digestive Disease Center, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University, Seongnam, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Soonchunhyang University Cheonan Hospital, Soonchunhyang University School of Medicine, Cheonan, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University Ansan Hospital, Korea University School of Medicine, Ansan, Korea
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Ajou University School of Medicine, Suwon, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Dongtan Sacred Heart Hospital, Hwaseong, Korea
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Pargewar SS, Desai SN, Rajesh S, Singh VP, Arora A, Mukund A. Imaging and radiological interventions in extra-hepatic portal vein obstruction. World J Radiol 2016; 8:556-70. [PMID: 27358683 PMCID: PMC4919755 DOI: 10.4329/wjr.v8.i6.556] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2015] [Revised: 02/26/2016] [Accepted: 03/17/2016] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Extrahepatic portal vein obstruction (EHPVO) is a primary vascular condition characterized by chronic long standing blockage and cavernous transformation of portal vein with or without additional involvement of intrahepatic branches, splenic or superior mesenteric vein. Patients generally present in childhood with multiple episodes of variceal bleed and EHPVO is the predominant cause of paediatric portal hypertension (PHT) in developing countries. It is a pre-hepatic type of PHT in which liver functions and morphology are preserved till late. Characteristic imaging findings include multiple parabiliary venous collaterals which form to bypass the obstructed portal vein with resultant changes in biliary tree termed portal biliopathy or portal cavernoma cholangiopathy. Ultrasound with Doppler, computed tomography, magnetic resonance cholangiography and magnetic resonance portovenography are non-invasive techniques which can provide a comprehensive analysis of degree and extent of EHPVO, collaterals and bile duct abnormalities. These can also be used to assess in surgical planning as well screening for shunt patency in post-operative patients. The multitude of changes and complications seen in EHPVO can be addressed by various radiological interventional procedures. The myriad of symptoms arising secondary to vascular, biliary, visceral and neurocognitive changes in EHPVO can be managed by various radiological interventions like transjugular intra-hepatic portosystemic shunt, percutaneous transhepatic biliary drainage, partial splenic embolization, balloon occluded retrograde obliteration of portosystemic shunt (PSS) and revision of PSS.
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Paspatis GA, Paraskeva K, Vardas E, Papastergiou V, Tavernaraki A, Fragaki M, Theodoropoulou A, Chlouverakis G. Long-term recurrence of bile duct stones after endoscopic papillary large balloon dilation with sphincterotomy: 4-year extended follow-up of a randomized trial. Surg Endosc 2016; 31:650-655. [PMID: 27317037 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-016-5012-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2016] [Accepted: 05/31/2016] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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BACKGROUND Endoscopic papillary large balloon dilation with biliary sphincterotomy (EPLBD + EBS) is safe and effective in patients with large common bile duct (CBD) stones. However, data on long-term outcomes after EPLBD + EBS remain limited. We sought to prospectively evaluate the long-term recurrence of CBD stones after EPLBD + EBS and to identify the associated factors. METHODS We conducted an extended follow-up of a previous randomized trial (2009-2011) comparing the outcomes of 30- versus 60-s large balloon dilation. A total of 106 trial participants undergoing successful CBD stone clearance by EPLBD + EBS were prospectively followed up for up to 4 years (range 19-48 months). Various risk factors were analysed to assess predictors of long-term recurrence of stones. RESULTS Recurrent CBD stones appeared in 8/106 (7.5 %) patients during a mean follow-up of 30.5 ± 5.5 months. The mean diameter of CBD was significantly higher in the recurrence versus non-recurrence group (2.0 ± 4.9 vs 1.6 ± 0.9 cm, p = 0.008). Multivariate analysis revealed that CBD diameter was the only predictor significantly associated with the long-term recurrence of stones (odds ratio 1.2, p = 0.01). CONCLUSIONS EPLBD + EBS is associated with a low rate of long-term CBD stone recurrence. However, the risk is significantly higher in patients with a more dilated CBD.
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- Gregorios A Paspatis
- Department of Gastroenterology, Benizelion General Hospital, L.Knossou, 71409, Heraklion, Crete, Greece.
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Benizelion General Hospital, L.Knossou, 71409, Heraklion, Crete, Greece
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Benizelion General Hospital, L.Knossou, 71409, Heraklion, Crete, Greece
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Benizelion General Hospital, L.Knossou, 71409, Heraklion, Crete, Greece
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Benizelion General Hospital, L.Knossou, 71409, Heraklion, Crete, Greece
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Song ME, Chung MJ, Lee DJ, Oh TG, Park JY, Bang S, Park SW, Song SY, Chung JB. Cholecystectomy for Prevention of Recurrence after Endoscopic Clearance of Bile Duct Stones in Korea. Yonsei Med J 2016; 57:132-7. [PMID: 26632393 PMCID: PMC4696944 DOI: 10.3349/ymj.2016.57.1.132] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2014] [Revised: 01/22/2015] [Accepted: 02/12/2015] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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PURPOSE Cholecystectomy in patients with an intact gallbladder after endoscopic removal of stones from the common bile duct (CBD) remains controversial. We conducted a case-control study to determine the risk of recurrent CBD stones and the benefit of cholecystectomy for prevention of recurrence after endoscopic removal of stones from the CBD in Korean patients. MATERIALS AND METHODS A total of 317 patients who underwent endoscopic CBD stone extraction between 2006 and 2012 were included. Possible risk factors for the recurrence of CBD stones including previous cholecystectomy history, bile duct diameter, stone size, number of stones, stone composition, and the presence of a periampullary diverticulum were analyzed. RESULTS The mean duration of follow-up after CBD stone extraction was 25.4±22.0 months. A CBD diameter of 15 mm or larger [odds ratio (OR), 1.930; 95% confidence interval (CI), 1.098 to 3.391; p=0.022] and the presence of a periampullary diverticulum (OR, 1.859; 95% CI, 1.014 to 3.408; p=0.045) were independent predictive factors for CBD stone recurrence. Seventeen patients (26.6%) in the recurrence group underwent elective cholecystectomy soon after endoscopic extraction of CBD stones, compared to 88 (34.8%) in the non-recurrence group; the difference was not statistically significant (p=0.212). CONCLUSION A CBD diameter of 15 mm or larger and the presence of a periampullary diverticulum were found to be potential predictive factors for recurrence after endoscopic extraction of CBD stones. Elective cholecystectomy after clearance of CBD stones did not reduce the incidence of recurrent CBD stones in Korean patients.
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- Myung Eun Song
- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Jones EL. Surgical Procedures to Prevent Recurrence. MULTIDISCIPLINARY MANAGEMENT OF COMMON BILE DUCT STONES 2016:101-111. [DOI: 10.1007/978-3-319-22765-8_12] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/03/2025]
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Chong CCN, Chiu PWY, Tan T, Teoh AYB, Lee KF, Ng EKW, Lai PBS, Lau JYW. Correlation of CBD/CHD angulation with recurrent cholangitis in patients treated with ERCP. Endosc Int Open 2016; 4:E62-7. [PMID: 26788550 PMCID: PMC4713197 DOI: 10.1055/s-0035-1569689] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND AND STUDY AIMS Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) with endoscopic sphincterotomy (EST) for bile duct stone extraction has a major role in the treatment of cholangitis. It is well known that certain risk factors predispose to recurrence of such stones. The aims of this study were to evaluate the correlation between angulation of the common bile duct (CBD), right hepatic duct (RHD), and left hepatic duct (LHD) with recurrent cholangitic attacks and to elucidate other risk factors that may be associated with these attacks. PATIENTS AND METHODS This is retrospective study included 62 patients who had undergone therapeutic endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) for bile duct stones. Their medical records were followed until May 1, 2009. The RHD, LHD, and CBD angulation and CBD diameter were measured on cholangiography prior to any endoscopic procedures. RESULTS Among these 62 patients, 6 (9.7 %) had recurrence of cholangitis. Both angles of the RHD and the CBD were significantly smaller in the group with recurrence (P = 0.001, P = 0.004). A CBD angle ≤ 130(o) and RHD angle ≤ 125(o) were found to be significantly associated with an increased risk of recurrence (RR = 10.526, P = 0.033; RR = 24.97, P = 0.008) in multivariate analysis. Cholecystectomy was not a protective factor against recurrence of cholangitis (P = 0.615). CONCLUSIONS Angulation of the CBD (≤ 130°) and RHD (≤ 125°) on ERCP are independent risk factors for recurrent cholangitis. Further prospective studies using these data may be warranted for a more accurate estimation and verification of the risk factors predisposing to recurrent cholangitis.
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- Charing CN Chong
- Department of Surgery, Prince of Wales Hospital, The Chinese University of Hong Kong,Corresponding author Chong Ching Ning Charing Surgery4/F, Clinical Sciences BuildingPrince of Wales Hospital, Shatin, N. T.Hong Kong, SAR
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- Department of Surgery, Prince of Wales Hospital, The Chinese University of Hong Kong,Institute of Digestive Diseases, Prince of Wales Hospital, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
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- Department of Surgery, Prince of Wales Hospital, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
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- Department of Surgery, Prince of Wales Hospital, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
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- Department of Surgery, Prince of Wales Hospital, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
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- Department of Surgery, Prince of Wales Hospital, The Chinese University of Hong Kong,Institute of Digestive Diseases, Prince of Wales Hospital, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
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- Department of Surgery, Prince of Wales Hospital, The Chinese University of Hong Kong,Institute of Digestive Diseases, Prince of Wales Hospital, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
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- Department of Surgery, Prince of Wales Hospital, The Chinese University of Hong Kong,Institute of Digestive Diseases, Prince of Wales Hospital, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
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Zhang R, Luo H, Pan Y, Zhao L, Dong J, Liu Z, Wang X, Tao Q, Lu G, Guo X. Rate of duodenal-biliary reflux increases in patients with recurrent common bile duct stones: evidence from barium meal examination. Gastrointest Endosc 2015; 82:660-5. [PMID: 25952091 DOI: 10.1016/j.gie.2015.03.1908] [Citation(s) in RCA: 53] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2014] [Accepted: 03/05/2015] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND Stone recurrence is a common late adverse event after ERCP in patients with common bile duct stones (CBDS). Duodenal-biliary reflux (DBR) is considered a major cause of CBDS recurrence. However, specific evidence is still lacking. OBJECTIVE To investigate the DBR rate in patients with recurrent CBDS after ERCP. DESIGN A prospective case-control study. SETTING A tertiary center. PATIENTS During follow-up, patients with a history of either recurrent CBDS (recurrence group) or nonrecurrent CBDS (control group) were invited to participate in the study. All patients had previously undergone successful CBDS removal by ERCP. Patients in the control group were matched with the recurrence group by age and gender in a 1:1 ratio. Patients with gallbladder stones, hepatolithiasis, remnant CBDS, CBD strictures, or stents were excluded. INTERVENTIONS Standard barium meal examination, MRCP, and enhanced abdominal CT. MAIN OUTCOME MEASUREMENTS DBR. RESULTS Thirty-two patients with a history of recurrent CBDS and 32 matched control subjects were enrolled. Baseline characteristics and parameters regarding the first ERCP were comparable between the 2 groups. The DBR rate was significantly higher in the recurrent than in the control group (68.8% vs 15.6%, P < .001). Multivariate analysis indicated that DBR (OR, 9.59; 95% CI, 2.65-34.76) and acute distal CBD angulation (OR, 5.48; 95% CI, 1.52-19.78) were independent factors associated with CBDS recurrence. DBR rates in patients with no, single, or multiple recurrences were 15.6%, 60.9%, and 88.9%, respectively (P < .001). Intrahepatic bile duct reflux was more common in patients with multiple recurrences. LIMITATIONS Small sample size. CONCLUSIONS DBR is correlated with CBDS recurrence in patients who had previously undergone ERCP. DBR and acute distal CBD angulation are 2 independent risk factors related to stone recurrence. ( CLINICAL TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER NCT02329977.)
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- Rongchun Zhang
- School of Biomedical Engineering, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China; Xijing Hospital of Digestive Diseases, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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- Xijing Hospital of Digestive Diseases, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Xijing Hospital, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China; Department of Radiology, Xijing Hospital, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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Choi JH, Seo DW. Reappraisal of duodenobiliary reflux in bile duct stone recurrence: more than just reflux. Gastrointest Endosc 2015; 82:666-7. [PMID: 26385274 DOI: 10.1016/j.gie.2015.04.034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2015] [Accepted: 04/26/2015] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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- Jun-Ho Choi
- Department of Internal Medicine, Dankook University College of Medicine, Cheonan, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Asan Medical Center, Seoul, Korea
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Oh CH, Dong SH. Recent Advances in the Management of Recurrent Bile Duct Stones. THE KOREAN JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY 2015; 66:251-4. [DOI: 10.4166/kjg.2015.66.5.251] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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- Chi Hyuk Oh
- Department of Internal Medicine, Kyung Hee University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Kyung Hee University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Itokawa F, Itoi T, Sofuni A, Kurihara T, Tsuchiya T, Ishii K, Tsuji S, Ikeuchi N, Umeda J, Tanaka R, Tonozuka R, Honjyo M, Moriyasu F, Kasuya K, Tsuchida A. Mid-term outcome of endoscopic sphincterotomy combined with large balloon dilation. J Gastroenterol Hepatol 2015; 30:223-9. [PMID: 24995677 DOI: 10.1111/jgh.12675] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/11/2014] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND AIM Endoscopic sphincterotomy (ES) combined with large balloon dilation (ESLBD) can be useful for extracting large and multiple bile duct stones. Although there are many studies on the feasibility and short-term outcome, there are few reports about mid- to long-term outcome after ESLBD. The aim of our study is to prospectively evaluate the mid-term outcome of ESLBD. METHODS One hundred eighty-three patients who underwent ESLBD between November 2006 and May 2012 were included. The patients were followed up periodically after the procedure until April 2013. Papillary dilation was performed at the time of initial ES or prior ES. Early and late adverse events and stone recurrence were evaluated in this study. RESULTS The patients' mean age was 76.6 ± 10.7 years. Surgically altered anatomy was present: Billroth I gastrectomy (2), Billroth II gastrectomy (13), and gastrectomy with Roux-en Y reconstruction (18). Seventy-eight (42.6%) patients had periampullary diverticulum. Prior ES had been performed in 40 (21.9%) patients. The mean follow-up period was 43.5 ± 19.7 months (range 11-78). Eight (4.4%) patients had stone recurrence. There was rare stone recurrence after initial ESLBD treatment and native gastrointestinal anatomy. Univariate and multivariate analyses showed that prior ES and previous history of stone recurrence were predictive of stone recurrence (P < 0.001). CONCLUSION At mid-term outcome, ESLBD is associated with a low rate of recurrent bile duct stones, although long-term follow up is needed.
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- Fumihide Itokawa
- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Tokyo Medical University, Tokyo, Japan
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Factors significantly contributing to a failed conventional endoscopic stone clearance in patients with "difficult" choledecholithiasis: a single-center experience. DIAGNOSTIC AND THERAPEUTIC ENDOSCOPY 2014; 2014:861689. [PMID: 25349470 PMCID: PMC4199065 DOI: 10.1155/2014/861689] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2014] [Revised: 09/09/2014] [Accepted: 09/17/2014] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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The objective of this study is to retrospectively evaluate factors significantly contributing to a failed stone extraction (SE) in patients with difficult to extract bile duct stones (BDS). Patients and Methods. During a 10-year period 1390 patients with BDS underwent successfully endoscopic sphincterotomy. Endoscopic SE was graded as easy; relatively easy; difficult; and failed. Difficult SE was encountered in 221 patients while failed SE was encountered in 205. A retrospective analysis of the criteria governing the difficulty of endoscopic SE following the index endoscopic intervention was performed to evaluate their significance in determining failure of complete SE among patients with difficult to extract bile duct stones. Results. Age ≥ 85 years, periampullary diverticula, multiple CBD stones (>4), and diameter of CBD stones (≥15 mm) were all significant contributing factors to a failed SE in univariate statistical tests. In the definitive multivariate analysis age, multiple stones and diameter of stones were found to be the significant, independent contributors. Conclusion. Failed conventional endoscopic stone clearance in patients with difficult to extract BDS is more likely to occur in overage patients, in patients with multiple CBD stones >4, and in patients with CBD stone(s) diameter ≥15 mm.
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Efficacy and safety of endoscopic papillary large balloon dilation for large bile duct stones in elderly patients. Dig Dis Sci 2014; 59:2299-307. [PMID: 24771320 DOI: 10.1007/s10620-014-3156-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2014] [Accepted: 04/05/2014] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND Minimally invasive interventions for choledocholithiasis are preferable in elderly patients because they tend to have multiple underlying disorders or a decreased activity of daily living. Endoscopic sphincterotomy and endoscopic papillary balloon dilation have been recognized as first-line treatments for choledocholithiasis excluding difficult cases such as large stones or multiple stones. Recently, the safety and efficacy of endoscopic papillary large balloon dilation (EPLBD) for difficult choledocholithiasis cases have been reported, although scarcely in elderly patients. AIMS To investigate whether EPLBD can be safety and effectively performed in patients aged 75 years or older. METHODS The medical records of 165 patients who underwent EPLBD from November 2006 to August 2013 were analyzed retrospectively. The patients were divided into 2 groups: Group A (≥ 75 years); Group B (<75 years). RESULTS Some underlying diseases were significantly more common in Group A than in Group B (P < 0.05). However, there was no significant difference in the success rates in the first session (96.2 vs 95.0 %, P = 0.970) and in the final success rates (100 % in both groups) between Group A and Group B. The adverse event rates (2.9 vs 5.0 %, P = 0.783) and recurrence rates of choledocholithiasis (6.7 vs 10.0 %, P = 0.444) were not significantly different. Regarding patients with an altered anatomy, the EPLBD outcome was not significantly different. CONCLUSION EPLBD can be safely performed for elderly patients similarly to younger patients.
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Endoscopic retrograde cholangiography in portal cavernoma cholangiopathy - results from different studies and proposal for uniform terminology. J Clin Exp Hepatol 2014; 4:S37-43. [PMID: 25755594 PMCID: PMC4244821 DOI: 10.1016/j.jceh.2013.05.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2013] [Accepted: 05/31/2013] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Portal cavernoma cholangiopathy (PCC) refers to a constellation of secondary changes in the biliary tree in patients with chronic portal vein (PV) thrombosis and portal cavernoma formation. These findings of PCC are seen in the extra-hepatic bile duct(s), with or without involvement of the 1st or 2nd degree intra-hepatic bile ducts. Of all patients with chronic PV thrombosis, cholangiographic features of PCC are found in 80%-100%. The biliary changes are symptomatic in a smaller proportion of 5%-38% patients. Choledocholithiasis and hepatolithiasis occur in 5%-20%, independent of the occurrence of cholelithiasis. We review the published literature on cholangiographic description of PCC. We also propose standardized nomenclature for the cholangiographic findings, namely: extrinsic impressions/indentations, shallow impressions, irregular ductal contour, stricture (s), upstream dilatation, filling defects, bile duct angulation, and ectasia.
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Kim KY, Han J, Kim HG, Kim BS, Jung JT, Kwon JG, Kim EY, Lee CH. Late Complications and Stone Recurrence Rates after Bile Duct Stone Removal by Endoscopic Sphincterotomy and Large Balloon Dilation are Similar to Those after Endoscopic Sphincterotomy Alone. Clin Endosc 2013; 46:637-42. [PMID: 24340257 PMCID: PMC3856265 DOI: 10.5946/ce.2013.46.6.637] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2012] [Revised: 12/05/2012] [Accepted: 01/09/2013] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND/AIMS Between endoscopic sphincterotomy (ES) alone and combined endoscopic sphincterotomy and large balloon dilation (ES-LBD) groups, efficacy and long-term complications, difference in biliary stone recurrence rate, and risk factors of stone recurrence were compared. METHODS Medical records of 222 patients who underwent ERCP for biliary stone removal were retrospectively reviewed. Patients with dilated CBD ≥11 mm and follow-up longer than 6 months were included. RESULTS There were 101 patients in ES-LBD group and 121 patients in ES group. Mean follow-up duration was 25.0 (6-48) months and 13.0 (6-43) months, respectively (p=0.001). There was no difference in number of ERCP sessions, brown pigment stones, angle between mid and distal common bile duct (CBD angle) <135°, and lithotripsy rate. Complete retrieval success rate was excellent in both groups (100% vs. 99%). Early complication rate of ES-LBD and ES alone group was 4 and 4.1%, respectively (p=1.000). One patient in ES-LBD group died from delayed bleeding. Late complication rate was 5.9 and 3.3%, respectively (p=1.000). Stone recurrence rate was 6.9% and 5.8%, respectively (p=0.984). The only Independent risk factor of stone recurrence was presence of periampullary diverticulum. CONCLUSIONS Late complication and stone recurrence rates were similar between ES-LBD and ES alone groups.
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- Ka Young Kim
- Department of Internal Medicine, Catholic University of Daegu School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Catholic University of Daegu School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Catholic University of Daegu School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Catholic University of Daegu School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Catholic University of Daegu School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Catholic University of Daegu School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Catholic University of Daegu School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Catholic University of Daegu School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea
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Kwon CI. Long-term outcome of endoscopic papillary large balloon dilatation. Clin Endosc 2013; 46:601-2. [PMID: 24340251 PMCID: PMC3856259 DOI: 10.5946/ce.2013.46.6.601] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/17/2013] [Revised: 10/21/2013] [Accepted: 10/22/2013] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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- Chang-Il Kwon
- Digestive Disease Center, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University, Seongnam, Korea
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Risk factors for recurrence of symptomatic common bile duct stones after cholecystectomy. Gastroenterol Res Pract 2012; 2012:417821. [PMID: 22991508 PMCID: PMC3443611 DOI: 10.1155/2012/417821] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2012] [Accepted: 08/05/2012] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Purpose. The recurrence of CBD stone is still observed in a considerable number of patients. The study was to evaluate the risk factors for recurrence of symptomatic CBD stone in patients who underwent cholecystectomy after the removal of CBD stone. Methods. The medical records of patients who underwent removal of CBD stone with subsequent cholecystectomy were reviewed. The risk factors for the recurrence of symptomatic CBD stone were compared between the recurrence and the nonrecurrence group. Results. The mean follow-up period was 40.6 months. The recurrence of symptomatic CBD stones was defined as the detection of bile duct stones no sooner than 6 months after complete clearance of CBD stones, based on symptoms or signs of biliary complication. 144 patients (68 males, 47.2%) were finally enrolled and their mean age was 59.8 (range: 26~86) years. The recurrence of CBD stone occurred in 15 patients (10.4%). The mean period until first recurrence was 25.9 months. The presence of type 1 or 2 periampullary diverticulum and multiple CBD stones were the independent risk factors. Conclusion. For the patients with type 1 or 2 periampullary diverticulum or multiple CBD stones, careful followup is needed for the risk in recurrence of symptomatic CBD stone.
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Kim KH, Rhu JH, Kim TN. Recurrence of bile duct stones after endoscopic papillary large balloon dilation combined with limited sphincterotomy: long-term follow-up study. Gut Liver 2012; 6:107-12. [PMID: 22375179 PMCID: PMC3286727 DOI: 10.5009/gnl.2012.6.1.107] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2011] [Revised: 06/21/2011] [Accepted: 07/20/2011] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Background/Aims Endoscopic papillary large-balloon dilation combined with limited endoscopic sphincterotomy (EPLBD+ES) is promising for the treatment of common bile duct (CBD) stones. The aim of this study was to clarify the recurrence rate and the risk factors for CBD stones after EPLBD+ES. Methods In total, 100 patients who underwent EPLBD+ES from 2006 to 2007 were evaluated retrospectively. One hundred and nine patients who were treated with endoscopic sphincterotomy (ES) from 2004 to 2005 were set as the historical control group. Various risk factors for the recurrence of bile duct stones were analyzed. Results Of the 209 patients, the duration of follow-up was 32.5±4.5 months in the EPLBD+ES group and 31.8±6.0 months in the ES group. The recurrence rate of CBD stones was 11.0% (11/100) in the EPLBD+ES group and 13.8% (15/109) in the ES group (p=0.546). The cumulative recurrence rate of stones was not significantly different between the EPLBD+ES and ES groups (log rank, p=0.537). Univariate analysis showed that the diameter of the CBD (≥22 mm) was the only predictive variable that could differentiate recurrence from nonrecurrence in the EPLBD+ES group. Multivariate analysis revealed that the diameter of the bile duct was the only risk factor for stone recurrence (p=0.022; odds ratio, 1.175; 95% confidence interval, 1.023 to 1.348). Conclusions The recurrence rate of CBD stones after EPLBD+ES is comparable to that of the ES group, and a dilated CBD appears to increase the risk of bile duct stone recurrence.
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- Kook Hyun Kim
- Department of Internal Medicine, CHA Gumi Medical Center, CHA University, Gumi, Korea
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Kim JH, Kim YS, Kim DK, Ha MS, Lee YJ, Lee JJ, Lee SJ, Won IS, Ku YS, Kim YS, Kim JH. Short-term Clinical Outcomes Based on Risk Factors of Recurrence after Removing Common Bile Duct Stones with Endoscopic Papillary Large Balloon Dilatation. Clin Endosc 2011; 44:123-8. [PMID: 22741123 PMCID: PMC3363062 DOI: 10.5946/ce.2011.44.2.123] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2011] [Revised: 11/24/2011] [Accepted: 12/12/2011] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Background/Aims Recurrence is an important late complication of endotherapy of bile duct stones. Endoscopic papillary large balloon dilation (EPLBD) can be used as an alternative method of removing difficult bile duct stones. The aim of this study was to evaluate short term clinical outcomes after removing common bile duct (CBD) stones using EPLBD. Methods A retrospective review was performed based on the medical records of 141 patients who received EPLBD, with or without endoscopic sphincterotomy, between September 2008 and February 2010. Of these, 50 patients, were enrolled in the study. Clinical and endoscopic parameters were analyzed to identify risk factors for CBD stones recurrence. Results Male:Female ratio was 22:28 (mean age, 67.4±14.4 years). Recurrence rate was 24.0% (12/50). Mean follow-up period was 10.8±4.5 months. Nineteen (38.0%) had a history of surgery and 20 (40.0%) were comorbid with periampullary diverticula. Mean diameters of the stones and CBD were 13.8±4.3 mm and 20.1±7.2 mm, respectively. In univariate analysis, large CBD stones (≥12 mm) and angulated CBD (angle ≤145°) were identified as the significant predictors of recurrence. In multivariate analysis, angulated CBD (angle ≤145°) was the significant independent risk factor for recurrence. Conclusions Close follow-up seems necessary in patients with angulated CBD (angle ≤145°).
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- Jung Ho Kim
- Department of Internal Medicine, Gachon University Gil Hospital, Gachon University of Medicine and Science, Incheon, Korea
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Ha DW, Song GA, Kim DU, Kim GH, Heo J, Lee HW, Cho EJ, Jeon HK. [Recurrent common bile duct stone and endoscopic treatment after endoscopic papillary large balloon dilatation with minor endoscopic sphincterotomy]. THE KOREAN JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY 2011; 57:352-7. [PMID: 21694487 DOI: 10.4166/kjg.2011.57.6.352] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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BACKGROUND/AIMS Recent studies have reported the potentials of endoscopic papillary large balloon dilatation (EPLBD) with minor endoscopic sphincterotomy (EST) for the complete removal of common bile duct (CBD) stone in the high risk groups. However, there have been no reports about the recurrence of the CBD stone after EPLBD with minor EST. The aim of this study was to evlauate the recurrence of CBD stone after EPLBD with minor EST. METHODS A total of 1,036 patients who underwent endoscopic treatment due to CBD stones at Pusan University Hospital were enrolled. The patients were classified into two groups: those who underwent EPLBD with minor EST (group 1) and those who underwent EST treatment (group 2). We investigated clinical factors and recurrence rate between two groups. RESULTS The recurrence of CBD stone occurred in total of 74 patients (7%), and the recurrence rates of CBD stone were 21/321 (6.5%) in Group 1 and 53/715 (7.4%) in Group 2. There were no difference in the presence of diverticulum and the number and size of recurrent CBD stone between the two groups. In case of diverticulum existence, recurrence rates were 12/158 (7.6%) in Group 1 and 21/101 (20.8%) in Group 2. When compared to the case of no diverticulum existence (Group 1: 9/163 [5.5%], Group 2: 32/614 [5.2%]), the recurrence rate of CBD stone was significantly lower if treated after EPLBD with minor EST (p < 0.01). CONCLUSIONS CBD stone that recurs after going through EPLBD with minor EST can be successfully removed with an endoscopic treatment. The recurrence of CBD stone was especially lower in cases with periampullary diverticulum and treated with EPLBD with minor EST. Our results will be helpful in endoscopic retreatment and preventing the recurrence of CBD stone.
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Affiliation(s)
- Dong Woo Ha
- Department of Internal Medicine, Pusan National University School of Medicine, Busan, Korea
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The role of endoscopy in the management of choledocholithiasis. Gastrointest Endosc 2011; 74:731-44. [PMID: 21951472 DOI: 10.1016/j.gie.2011.04.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 119] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2011] [Accepted: 04/06/2011] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Seo DB, Bang BW, Jeong S, Lee DH, Park SG, Jeon YS, Lee JI, Lee JW. Does the bile duct angulation affect recurrence of choledocholithiasis? World J Gastroenterol 2011; 17:4118-23. [PMID: 22039327 PMCID: PMC3203364 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v17.i36.4118] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2010] [Revised: 03/24/2011] [Accepted: 03/31/2011] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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AIM: To investigate whether bile duct angulation and T-tube choledochostomy influence the recurrence of choledocholithiasis.
METHODS: We conducted a retrospective study inclu-ding 259 patients who underwent endoscopic sphincterotomy and cholecystectomy for choledocholithiasis between 2000 and 2007. The imaginary line was drawn along the center of the bile duct and each internal angle was measured at the two angulation sites of the bile duct respectively. The values of both angles were added together. We then tested our hypothesis by examining whether T-tube choledochostomy was performed and stone recurrence occurred by reviewing each subject’s medical records.
RESULTS: The overall recurrence rate was 9.3% (24 of 259 patients). The mean value of sums of angles in the recurrence group was 268.3°± 29.6°, while that in the non-recurrence group was 314.8°± 19.9° (P < 0.05). Recurrence rate of the T-tube group was 15.9% (17 of 107), while that of the non T-tube group was 4.6% (7 of 152) (P < 0.05). Mean value of sums of angles after T-tube drainage was 262.5°± 24.6° and that before T-tube drainage was 298.0°± 23.9° in 22 patients (P < 0.05).
CONCLUSION: The bile duct angulation and T-tube choledochostomy may be risk factors of recurrence of bile duct stones.
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