title: Bile leak from the liver bed following laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
abstract: Intraperitoneal accumulation of bile from accessory bile ducts following cholecystectomy is an uncommon, but well-described, occurrence. It is not unique to laparoscopic cholecystectomy. The presence of accessory channels between the liver and gallbladder has long been recognized by anatomists and surgeons. They are commonly known as the "ducts of Luschka". Recognition and treatment of liver bed bile leaks vary. Usually the surgeon can treat this problem without an exploratory celiotomy depending on availability of ERCP or interventional radiology. This article will review clinical diagnosis, radiologic confirmation, and treatment for this complication.
authors.affiliation: Department of Surgery, Baptist Hospital, Gallbladder and Laparoscopic Surgery Center of Miami, FL 33176.
authors.forename: D S
authors.initials: DS
authors.lastname: Edelman
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001653:Bile Ducts, Intrahepatic / Q000002:abnormalities* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries*; D002760:Cholangiopancreatography, Endoscopic Retrograde; D017081:Cholecystectomy, Laparoscopic / Q000009:adverse effects*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D014947:Wounds and Injuries / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology