title: [Closure of the bile ducts following exploration].
abstract: One indication for cholangioscopy is a doubtful intraoperative cholangiogram. Cholangioscopy is usually performed by a choledochotomy, occasionally it can be done via the cystic duct stump. Primary closure of the choledochotomy using a forward and backward suture is possible. In cases of severe cholangitis T-tube external drainage of the bile is performed. The method and experience of 208 endoscopic examinations is reported, 71 via the cystic duct stump and 137 via a choledochotomy.
mesh_terms: D001649:Bile Duct Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis; D001652:Bile Ducts / Q000601:surgery*; D002769:Cholelithiasis / Q000175:diagnosis; D003949:Diagnostic Techniques, Surgical; D006801:Humans; D013536:Suture Techniques
vernacular_title: Der Verschluss der Gallenwege nach Exploration.