title: Non-surgical management of a retained common duct stone. A case report.
abstract: A case report of a retained common duct stone is presented, where a successful outcome was achieved with a solution of sodium cholate as a solvent. The non-surgical techniques of removal of retained common duct stones are discussed, and it is concluded that operative intervention is seldom necessary.
mesh_terms: D002793:Cholic Acids / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D003135:Common Bile Duct; D042882:Gallstones / Q000188:drug therapy*; D006801:Humans; D007263:Infusions, Parenteral; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged
chemical_list: D002793:Cholic Acids