Obstructive jaundice due to radiation-induced hepatic duct stricture.
A case of obstructive jaundice due to radiation-induced hepatic duct stricture is reported. The patient received postoperative radiation for left adrenal carcinoma, seven years prior to this admission. The sequelae of hepatobiliary radiation and their management are discussed briefly.
D000310:Adrenal Gland Neoplasms / Q000532:radiotherapy; D002758:Cholangiography; D002763:Cholecystectomy; D002780:Cholestasis, Intrahepatic / Q000209:etiology* / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011832:Radiation Injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D011878:Radiotherapy / Q000009:adverse effects*