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Review
. 2022 May;47(5):1881-1890.
doi: 10.1007/s00261-021-03016-9. Epub 2021 Mar 17.

The role of interventional radiology in the management of refractory bile leaks

Ronald S Arellano  1 , Nicholas J Reid  2 , Baljendra Kapoor  3 , Jonathan Lorenz  4
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Review

The role of interventional radiology in the management of refractory bile leaks

Ronald S Arellano et al. Abdom Radiol (NY). 2022 May.

Abstract

Refractory bile leaks represent a damaging sequela of hepatobiliary surgery and direct trauma. Management of bile leaks represents a challenging clinical problem. Despite advances in endoscopic techniques, interventional radiology continues to play a vital role in the diagnosis and management of refractory bile leaks. This article reviews strategies for optimizing the diagnosis and management of bile leaks and provides an overview of management strategies, including the management of complicated biliary leaks.

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