Anomalous duplicated cystic duct as a surgical hazard: report of a case

Surg Today. 1998;28(3):313-5. doi: 10.1007/s005950050129.

Abstract

Anomalies of the biliary ductal system are not uncommon, and their clinical significance is variable. We present herein the case of a 70-year-old Japanese woman found to have an anomalous duplicated cystic duct, which is an extremely rare congenital anomaly. Intraoperative delineation of the anomaly by real-time cholangiograms assisted us in being able to subsequently perform a safe cholecystectomy. This case serves to demonstrate the importance of being aware of the possibility of potential biliary variations in order to avoid ductal injuries during biliary surgery.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Cholecystectomy*
  • Cholelithiasis / surgery
  • Cystic Duct / abnormalities*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Intraoperative Complications / prevention & control