Transhepatic therapy of tumors of the biliary system

Petrtýl, J.

Vnitrni Lekarstvi 43(3): 177-179

1997


ISSN/ISBN: 0042-773X
PMID: 9221581
Document Number: 470345
The transhepatic percutaneous approach is a supplementary diagnostic and therapeutic method in case of biliary obstruction, in particular when the endoscopic approach fails. The bile ducts are punctured by a thin needle and then drained, followed if desired by insertion of a prosthesis. Although the method is associated with more complications than standard endoscopy, it markedly improves therapeutic possibilities.

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