Endoscopic Treatment of a Bile Duct Stone Containing a Surgical Staple
1990
Endoscopic Treatment of a Bile Duct Stone with a Surgical Staple
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Author Information
Author(s): J.A. Janson, P.B. Cotton
Primary Institution: Duke University Medical Center
Conclusion
The endoscopic removal of a bile duct stone containing a surgical staple was successful, and the patient had no complaints at follow-up.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient had a history of biliary colic and underwent cholecystectomy in 1979.
- Endoscopy revealed a dilated bile duct with a filling defect containing a surgical clip.
- The stone analysis showed it was primarily composed of calcium bilirubinate.
Takeaway
A woman had a stone in her bile duct that formed around a surgical staple, and doctors were able to remove it using a special camera tool without surgery.
Methodology
Endoscopic sphincterotomy and retrieval of the stone and staple were performed.
Participant Demographics
A 48-year-old female with a history of biliary colic and cholecystectomy.
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