Post-transplant biliary problems.
Biliary problems after a liver transplantation constitute the most frequent source of morbidity. Early recognition and nonoperative therapy have impacted short-term survival. Endoscopic therapy is the cornerstone in the initial treatment of all post-transplant biliary complications. A multidisciplinary approach involving endoscopic, percutaneous, and surgical therapies are often complementary in the management of these complex patients.
Ostroff
J W
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Departments of Medicine and Pediatrics, University of California, San Francisco 94143-1007, USA.
D000714:Anastomosis, Surgical; D001157:Arterial Occlusive Diseases / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D001652:Bile Ducts / Q000473:pathology; D001660:Biliary Tract Diseases / Q000209:etiology*; D002404:Catheterization; D003251:Constriction, Pathologic; D006499:Hepatic Artery / Q000473:pathology; D006801:Humans; D016031:Liver Transplantation / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000379:methods; D019520:Living Donors