scholarly journals Erratum to: Age and Obesity are Independent Predictors of Bile Duct Injuries in Patients Undergoing Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy

2015 ◽  
Vol 39 (7) ◽  
pp. 1809-1809 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hassan Aziz ◽  
Viraj Pandit ◽  
Bellal Joseph ◽  
Tun Jie ◽  
Evan Ong
2021 ◽  
Vol 07 (01) ◽  
pp. 037-043
Author(s):  
Vinoth M. ◽  
Abhijit Joshi

Abstract​ Laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) is one of the most frequently performed surgical procedures worldwide. Iatrogenic bile duct injury (IBDI) is a serious complication of LC and has an incidence of 0.3 to 0.7%. Since it is associated with a significant and potentially lifelong morbidity as well as mortality, diagnosing IBDI as early as possible is of paramount importance. Management of bile duct injuries and prognosis of their surgical repair depend on the timing of its recognition, type and the extent of the injury. In this paper, we present a case of IBDI and attempt to discuss all its dimensions.


Author(s):  
Lygia Stewart ◽  
Lawrence W. Way

Application of human factors concepts to high-risk activities has facilitated reduction in human error. With introduction of laparoscopic cholecystectomy, the incidence of bile duct injury increased. Seeking ideas for prevention, we analyzed 300 laparoscopic bile duct injuries within the framework of human error analysis. The primary cause of error (97%) was a visual perceptual illusion. The laparoscopic environment contributed to 75% of injuries, poor visibility 22%. Most injuries involved deliberate major bile duct transection due to misperception of the anatomy. This illusion was so compelling that the surgeon usually did not recognize it. Even when irregular cues were detected, improper rules were employed, eliminating feedback. Since the complication-causing error occurred at few key steps during laparoscopic cholecystectomy; we instituted focused training to heighten vigilance, and have formulated specific rules to decrease the incidence of bile duct injury. In addition, factors in the laparoscopic environment contributing to this illusion are discussed.


HPB ◽  
2009 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 130-134 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pankaj G. Roy ◽  
Zahir F. Soonawalla ◽  
Hugh W. Grant

2000 ◽  
Vol 14 (11) ◽  
pp. 1091-1091 ◽  
Author(s):  
G. Berci ◽  
L. Morgenstern

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (2) ◽  
pp. 206-212 ◽  
Author(s):  
Andrea Balla ◽  
Silvia Quaresima ◽  
Mario Corona ◽  
Pierleone Lucatelli ◽  
Fausto Fiocca ◽  
...  

BMC Surgery ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jerzy Lubikowski ◽  
Bernard Piotuch ◽  
Anna Stadnik ◽  
Marta Przedniczek ◽  
Piotr Remiszewski ◽  
...  

Abstract Background Iatrogenic bile duct injuries (BDIs) are mostly associated with laparoscopic cholecystectomy but may also occur following gastroduodenal surgery or liver resection. Delayed diagnosis of type of injury with an ongoing biliary leak as well as the management in a non-specialized general surgical units are still the main factors affecting the outcome. Case presentation Herein we present three types of BDIs (Bismuth type I, IV and V) following three different types of upper abdominal surgery, ie. Billroth II gastric resection, laparoscopic cholecystectomy and left hepatectomy. All of them were complex injuries with complete bile duct transections necessitating surgical treatment. All were also very difficult to treat mainly because of a delayed diagnosis of type of injury, associated biliary leak and as a consequence severe inflammatory changes within the liver hilum. The treatment was carried out in our specialist hepatobiliary unit and first focused on infection and inflammation control with adequate biliary drainage. This was followed by a delayed surgical repair with the technique which had to be tailored to the type of injury in each case. Conclusion We emphasize that staged and individualized treatment strategy is often necessary in case of a delayed diagnosis of complex BDIs presenting with a biliary leak, inflammatory intraabdominal changes and infection. Referral of such patients to expert hepatobiliary centres is crucial for the outcome.


2005 ◽  
Vol 241 (5) ◽  
pp. 786-795 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jason K. Sicklick ◽  
Melissa S. Camp ◽  
Keith D. Lillemoe ◽  
Genevieve B. Melton ◽  
Charles J. Yeo ◽  
...  

2005 ◽  
Vol 71 (12) ◽  
pp. 1060-1065 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kostas Tsalis ◽  
Emmanouil Zacharakis ◽  
Konstantinos Vasiliadis ◽  
Stavros Kalfadis ◽  
Orestis Vergos ◽  
...  

The aim of this study is to analyze our experience with the management of bile duct injuries (BDIs) following laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC). From 1996 to 2004, 21 patients with BDI after LC were treated in our department. The BDIs were graded according to the classification of Strasberg. Ten patients had minor BDI. Minor injuries were classified as A in six and D in four patients. In three patients, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography sphincterotomy and stent placement was adequate treatment. Six patients required laparotomy and bile duct ligation or suturing, and one patient underwent laparoscopy with additional ligation of a duct of Luschka. Eleven patients had major BDIs. These injuries were classified as E1 in two, E2 in three, E3 in four, and E4 in two patients. Among the patients with a major BDI, Roux- en-Y hepaticojejunostomy was performed. After a median follow-up of 69.45 months, no evidence of biliary disease has been detected among our patients. BDIs should be managed in a specialist unit where surgeons skilled to perform such repairs should undertake definitive treatment. Roux- en-Y hepaticojejunostomy is the procedure of choice in the management of major BDIs as it is accompanied by satisfactory results.


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