Choledochal cyst

Saudi Med J. 2004 Jan;25(1):99-102.

Abstract

Choledochal cyst, which is characterized by dilatation of the biliary ducts, is common in Asian countries, mainly Japan, but relatively rare worldwide. This report describes 2 Saudi female children with choledochal cysts, with emphasis on long term follow-up.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Child, Preschool
  • Cholangiopancreatography, Endoscopic Retrograde / methods
  • Choledochal Cyst / diagnosis*
  • Choledochal Cyst / surgery
  • Female
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Laparotomy / methods
  • Liver Function Tests
  • Radionuclide Imaging / methods
  • Risk Assessment
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Severity of Illness Index
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed / methods
  • Treatment Outcome