Laparoscopic Choledochojejunostomy

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Laparoscopic Choledochojejunostomy

Posted On: 07-21-2015

What is Laparoscopic Choledochojejunostomy?

Laparoscopic choledochojejunostomy involves the creation of a new connection from the common bile duct to the middle part of the small intestine to allow for bile drainage. This procedure is performed with a minimally invasive method that utilizes a laparoscope (a small video camera) and small instruments inserted through small incisions.

Also Known As:

· Intestine surgery

· Laparoscopic surgery

· Choledochostomy

Conditions Treated with Laparoscopic Choledochojejunostomy:

Laparoscopic choledochojejunostomy may be performed in cases of bile duct stricture, bile duct stones, bile duct inflammation and jaundice.

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Non-Surgical or Other Surgical Alternatives to Laparoscopic Choledochojejunostomy:

There are no comparable non-surgical or surgical alternatives to laparoscopic choledochojejunostomy.

Anesthesia with Laparoscopic Choledochojejunostomy:

Laparoscopic choledochojejunostomy is performed under general anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep and completely unaware during the procedure.

Potential Complications from Laparoscopic Choledochojejunostomy:

Possible risks following laparoscopic choledochojejunostomy include infection, bleeding, bile leak, damage to other organs and a negative reaction to the anesthesia.