The removal of retained biliary tract stones: report of 105 cases.
The removal of retained biliary stones by the use of the steerable catheter and wire basket after removal of the T-tube has proven itself to be valuable and safe technique. A success rate of 90% or better can be achieved by a radiologist quite quickly. The reduction in morbidity and absence of mortality makes non-operative removal of stones a very desirable service in any hospital doing a significant amount of biliary surgery.
D002404:Catheterization / Q000379:methods*; D003135:Common Bile Duct / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D003287:Contrast Media; D042882:Gallstones / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D011859:Radiography
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