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What is a choledhocal cyst in children and how it is treated?
Oct 24, 2022
Most common tests done are ultrasound of the liver and MRCP (MRI of the bile ducts). This will show the size and the extent of the cyst. Treatment is surgical. Surgery is recommended in view of risk of recurrent infections of the bile ducts (cholangitis). This can lead to cirrhosis and damage of the liver. The other reason being risk of cholangiocarcinmoma (cancer of the bile ducts).
Dr. Lavanya Kannaiyan
Pediatric Urologist & Pediatric Surgeon
Rainbow Children's Hospital & BirthRight by Rainbow Hospitals, Banjara Hills
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