Choledocholithiasis in elderly patients with gallbladder in situ - is ERCP sufficient?
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DOI: 10.1080/00365521.2018.1524022
Abstract: Abstract Introduction: Along with increased life expectancy, the proportion of elderly patients with choledocholithiasis will increase and with this, the need for endoscopic cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). Current recommendations suggest laparoscopic cholecystectomy in all patients with choledocholithiasis… read more here.
Keywords: new biliary; choledocholithiasis; mortality; cholecystectomized patients ... See more keywords
Optimal timing of cholecystectomy after necrotising biliary pancreatitis
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DOI: 10.1136/gutjnl-2021-324239
Abstract: Objective Following an episode of acute biliary pancreatitis, cholecystectomy is advised to prevent recurrent biliary events. There is limited evidence regarding the optimal timing and safety of cholecystectomy in patients with necrotising biliary pancreatitis. Design… read more here.
Keywords: pancreatitis; necrotising biliary; biliary events; optimal timing ... See more keywords