Choledochal malformations: global research, scientific advances and key controversies
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DOI: 10.1007/s00383-018-4392-4
Abstract: Choledochal malformations (CMs) represent a spectrum of relatively rare and complex congenital anomalies, characterized by abnormal dilatation of the biliary tract in the absence of any acute obstruction. Today, almost 20% of CMs can be… read more here.
Keywords: malformations global; choledochal malformations; scientific advances; global research ... See more keywords
Characteristics, management and outcomes of choledochal malformations in Finnish adult patients.
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DOI: 10.1080/00365521.2023.2200574
Abstract: CONCLUSIONS Nearly half of operated patients developed long-term postoperative complications. A novel association between CMs and IBD was observed. Although no hepatobiliary malignancies regardless of treatment modality were encountered, the number of patients and length… read more here.
Keywords: malformations finnish; management outcomes; characteristics management; finnish adult ... See more keywords
Choledochal malformations in adults in the Netherlands: Results from a nationwide retrospective cohort study
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DOI: 10.1111/liv.14568
Abstract: Patients with a choledochal malformation, formerly described as cysts, are at increased risk of developing a cholangiocarcinoma and resection is recommended. Given the low incidence of choledochal malformation (CM) in Western countries, the incidence in… read more here.
Keywords: choledochal malformations; nationwide retrospective; adults netherlands; netherlands results ... See more keywords