Outcomes of laparoscopic common bile duct exploration (LCBDE) after failed endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography versus primary LCBDE for managing cholecystocholedocholithiasis

Hanbaro Kim, Suk Pyo Shin, Ji Woong Hwang, Jung Woo Lee

Journal of International Medical Research · 2020 · 24 citations · 19 references

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Abstract

When extraction of CBD stones by ERCP is likely to be difficult or fail, primary LCBDE is an acceptable alternative treatment for managing cholecystocholedocholithiasis.

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