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Cao Z, Zhou J, Wei L, He HY, Li J. Effect of the extrahepatic bile duct anatomy on choledocholithiasis and its clinical significance. World J Gastrointest Surg 2024; 16:1363-1370. [PMID: 38817273 PMCID: PMC11135295 DOI: 10.4240/wjgs.v16.i5.1363] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/18/2024] [Revised: 03/07/2024] [Accepted: 04/03/2024] [Indexed: 05/23/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND A comprehensive understanding of the extrahepatic bile duct anatomy is vital to guide surgical procedures and perform endoscopic retrograde cholangiography. Anatomical irregularities within the extrahepatic bile duct may increase susceptibility to bile duct stones. AIM To investigate the anatomical risk factors associated with extrahepatic bile ducts in patients diagnosed with choledocholithiasis, with a specific focus on preventing stone recurrence after surgical intervention and endoscopic lithotomy. METHODS We retrospectively analyzed the medical records of 124 patients without choledocholithiasis and 108 with confirmed choledocholithiasis who underwent magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography examinations at our center between January 2022 and October 2022. Logistic regression analyses were conducted to identify the anatomical risk factors influencing the incidence of common bile duct stones. RESULTS Multivariate logistic regression analysis revealed that several factors independently contributed to choledocholithiasis risk. Significant independent risk factors for choledocholithiasis were diameter of the common hepatic [adjusted odds ratio (aOR) = 1.43, 95% confidence interval (CI): 1.07-1.92, adjusted P value = 0.016] and common bile (aOR = 1.68, 95%CI: 1.27-2.23, adjusted P value < 0.001) ducts, length of the common hepatic duct (aOR = 0.92, 95%CI: 0.84-0.99, adjusted P value = 0.034), and angle of the common bile duct (aOR = 0.92, 95%CI: 0.89-0.95, adjusted P value < 0.001). CONCLUSION The anatomical features of the extrahepatic bile duct were directly associated with choledocholithiasis risk. Key risk factors include an enlarged diameter of the common hepatic and bile ducts, a shorter length of the common hepatic duct, and a reduced angle of the common bile duct.
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- Zheng Cao
- Department of Gastroenterology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming 650000, Yunnan Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming 650000, Yunnan Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming 650000, Yunnan Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming 650000, Yunnan Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming 650000, Yunnan Province, China
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Kozyk M, Giri S, Harindranath S, Trivedi M, Strubchevska K, Barik RK, Sundaram S. Recurrence of common bile duct stones after endoscopic clearance and its predictors: A systematic review. DEN OPEN 2024; 4:e294. [PMID: 37818098 PMCID: PMC10560705 DOI: 10.1002/deo2.294] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2023] [Revised: 08/10/2023] [Accepted: 08/25/2023] [Indexed: 10/12/2023]
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Background The primary therapeutic strategy for the management of bile duct stones (BDS) is endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography. However, there may be a recurrence of BDS on follow-up. Multiple risk factors have been studied for the prediction of BDS recurrence. We aimed to analyze the incidence of symptomatic BDS recurrence, systematically review the risk factors, and analyze the most important risk factors among those. Methods A comprehensive search of three databases was conducted from inception to November 2022 for studies reporting the recurrence of BDS recurrence after endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography with clearance, along with an analysis of risk factors. Results A total of 37 studies with 12,952 patients were included in the final analysis. The pooled event rate for the recurrence of BDS stones was 12.6% (95% confidence interval: 11.2-13.9). The most important risk factor was a bile duct diameter ≥15 mm, which had a significant association with recurrence in twelve studies. Other risk factors with significant association with recurrence in three or more studies were the reduced angulation of the bile duct, the presence of periampullary diverticulum, type I periampullary diverticulum, in-situ gallbladder with stones, cholecystectomy, multiple stones in the bile duct, use of mechanical lithotripsy, and bile duct stent placement. Conclusion Around one out of seven patients have BDS recurrence after the initial endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography. Bile duct size and anatomy are the most important predictors of recurrence. The assessment of risk factors associated with recurrence may help keep a close follow-up in high-risk patients.
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- Marko Kozyk
- Department of Internal MedicineCorewell Health William Beaumont University HospitalRoyal OakMichiganUSA
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- Department of Gastroenterology & HepatologyKalinga Institute of Medical SciencesBhubaneswarIndia
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- Department of General SurgeryKB Bhabha HospitalMumbaiIndia
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- Department of Internal MedicineCorewell Health William Beaumont University HospitalRoyal OakMichiganUSA
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- Department of GastroenterologyIndian Institute of Gastroenterology and HepatologyCuttackIndia
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- Department of Digestive Diseases and Clinical NutritionTata Memorial HospitalMumbaiIndia
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Velegraki M, Arna D, Nikolaou P, Psistakis A, Fragaki M, Chlouverakis G, Vardas E, Paspatis G. Endoscopic papillary large-balloon dilation with sphincterotomy for difficult common bile duct stones ≤12 mm: a prospective study. Ann Gastroenterol 2024; 37:89-94. [PMID: 38223243 PMCID: PMC10785022 DOI: 10.20524/aog.2023.0855] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2023] [Accepted: 11/30/2023] [Indexed: 01/16/2024] Open
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Background Stone recurrence is a significant complication following endoscopic bile duct clearance. Endoscopic papillary large-balloon dilation (EPLBD) with biliary sphincterotomy (EBS) has shown satisfactory results in preventing recurrence of "large" common bile duct stones (CBDS). However, data on outcomes after EPLBD+EBS for CBDS ≤12 mm remain scarce. The present study prospectively evaluated the mid- and long-term efficacy of EPLBD+EBS for CBDS recurrence among this group of patients. Methods Consecutive patients with CBDS ranging from 8-12 mm, treated with EPLBD+EBS from June 2018 through June 2020, were prospectively followed-up for at least 36 months. CBDS recurrence was defined as recurrent stones confirmed by endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) during the follow-up period. Results Overall, 72 patients (mean age: 67 years, 52.8% male) were included, of whom 22 (30.5%) had multiple (≥3) CBDS, 23 (31.9%) had a history of cholecystectomy, 13 (18.1%) had a periampullary diverticulum and 22 (30.5%) had a previous EBS. The mean CBD diameter was 11.6±1 mm, while a tapered duct was noted in 7 (9.7%). Post-procedural bleeding and cholangitis occurred in 1 and 2 cases respectively. No cases of perforation and post-ERCP pancreatitis were observed. During a mean follow up of 46.4±6.2 months (range 37-60), no mid-term recurrence was observed, whereas CBDS recurred in 2/72 (2.7%) in the long term. Conclusions EPLBD+EBS in patients with CBDS ≤12 mm was associated with a very low rate of mid- and long-term CBDS recurrence. Our results need to be further investigated with randomized controlled trials.
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- Magdalini Velegraki
- Department of Gastroenterology, Venizeleion General Hospital, Heraklion, Crete, Greece (Magdalini Velegraki, Despoina Arna, Pinelopi Nikolaou, Andreas Psistakis, Maria Fragaki, Emmanouil Vardas, Gregorios Paspatis)
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Venizeleion General Hospital, Heraklion, Crete, Greece (Magdalini Velegraki, Despoina Arna, Pinelopi Nikolaou, Andreas Psistakis, Maria Fragaki, Emmanouil Vardas, Gregorios Paspatis)
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Venizeleion General Hospital, Heraklion, Crete, Greece (Magdalini Velegraki, Despoina Arna, Pinelopi Nikolaou, Andreas Psistakis, Maria Fragaki, Emmanouil Vardas, Gregorios Paspatis)
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Venizeleion General Hospital, Heraklion, Crete, Greece (Magdalini Velegraki, Despoina Arna, Pinelopi Nikolaou, Andreas Psistakis, Maria Fragaki, Emmanouil Vardas, Gregorios Paspatis)
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Venizeleion General Hospital, Heraklion, Crete, Greece (Magdalini Velegraki, Despoina Arna, Pinelopi Nikolaou, Andreas Psistakis, Maria Fragaki, Emmanouil Vardas, Gregorios Paspatis)
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- Department of Social Medicine, Biostatistics Lab, School of Medicine, University of Crete, Heraklion, Crete, Greece (Gregorios Chlouverakis)
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Venizeleion General Hospital, Heraklion, Crete, Greece (Magdalini Velegraki, Despoina Arna, Pinelopi Nikolaou, Andreas Psistakis, Maria Fragaki, Emmanouil Vardas, Gregorios Paspatis)
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Venizeleion General Hospital, Heraklion, Crete, Greece (Magdalini Velegraki, Despoina Arna, Pinelopi Nikolaou, Andreas Psistakis, Maria Fragaki, Emmanouil Vardas, Gregorios Paspatis)
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Masuda S, Koizumi K, Shionoya K, Jinushi R, Makazu M, Nishino T, Kimura K, Sumida C, Kubota J, Ichita C, Sasaki A, Kobayashi M, Kako M, Haruki U. Comprehensive review on small common bile duct stones. World J Gastroenterol 2023; 29:1955-1968. [PMID: 37155530 PMCID: PMC10122794 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v29.i13.1955] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2022] [Revised: 01/22/2023] [Accepted: 03/20/2023] [Indexed: 04/06/2023] Open
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Common bile duct stones are among the most common conditions encountered by endoscopists. Therefore, it is well researched; however, some items, such as indications for endoscopic papillary balloon dilatation (EPBD), safety of EPBD and endoscopic sphincterotomy in patients receiving dual antiplatelet therapy or direct oral anticoagulant, selection strategy for retrieval balloons and baskets, lack adequate evidence. Therefore, the guidelines have been updated with new research, while others remain unchanged due to weak evidence. In this review, we comprehensively summarize the standard methods in guidelines and new findings from recent studies on papillary dilation, stone retrieval devices, difficult-to-treat cases, troubleshooting during the procedure, and complicated cases of cholangitis, cholecystolithiasis, or distal biliary stricture.
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- Sakue Masuda
- Department of Gastroenterology, Shonan Kamakura General Hospital, Kanagawa 247-8533, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Shonan Kamakura General Hospital, Kanagawa 247-8533, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Shonan Kamakura General Hospital, Kanagawa 247-8533, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Shonan Kamakura General Hospital, Kanagawa 247-8533, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Shonan Kamakura General Hospital, Kanagawa 247-8533, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Shonan Kamakura General Hospital, Kanagawa 247-8533, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Shonan Kamakura General Hospital, Kanagawa 247-8533, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Shonan Kamakura General Hospital, Kanagawa 247-8533, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Shonan Kamakura General Hospital, Kanagawa 247-8533, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Shonan Kamakura General Hospital, Kanagawa 247-8533, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Shonan Kamakura General Hospital, Kanagawa 247-8533, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Shonan Kamakura General Hospital, Kanagawa 247-8533, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Shonan Kamakura General Hospital, Kanagawa 247-8533, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Kitasato University School of Medicine, Kanagawa 252-0375, Japan
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De Silva HM, Howard T, Yong T, Hodgson R. Comparing Stone Recurrence Following Surgical Common Bile Duct Exploration or Endoscopic Stone Extraction for Patients with Common Bile Duct Stones. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A 2023; 33:389-396. [PMID: 36735566 DOI: 10.1089/lap.2022.0526] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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Background: Laparoscopic common bile duct exploration (LCBDE) and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) are two methods of retrieving common bile duct (CBD) stones. Aspects of CBD stone management, such as sphincterotomy, have been implicated as risks for CBD stone recurrence although evidence is weak. The aim of this study was to compare stone recurrence following LCBDE and/or ERCP. Methods: Data were collected retrospectively for patients undergoing LCBDE and/or ERCP for CBD stones at a single center from 2008 to 2018. Primary outcome was stone recurrence (>6 months after duct clearance). Risk factors for recurrence were assessed using univariate and multivariate analyses. Results: A total of 445 patients underwent LCBDE-only, 79 patients underwent ERCP-only and 80 patients underwent LCBDE-ERCP. LCBDE-only patients were younger and preoperatively less morbid than ERCP-only patients. Although there was no significant difference for recurrence, there was a trend toward higher recurrence with ERCP-only compared with LCBDE-only and LCBDE-ERCP (5.1% versus 2.0% and 2.5%, P = .280). On univariate comparison, patients with a recurrence were significantly older, had a higher admission white cell count, higher number of ERCPs, increased transampullary stent use, and higher maximum CBD diameter. Total number of ERCP was the only independent predictor of stone recurrence (odds ratio 6.85 [2.55-18.42], P < .001) following multivariate regression. Conclusion: Management plan was not associated with stone recurrence. The total number of ERCP was the only independent predictor of recurrence. Within the limitations of case selection and bias toward LCBDE, this study suggests that limiting repeated ERCP may reduce CBD stone recurrence.
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- Division of Surgery, Northern Health, Epping, Australia
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- Division of Surgery, Northern Health, Epping, Australia
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- Division of Surgery, Northern Health, Epping, Australia.,Department of Surgery, University of Melbourne, Epping, Australia
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Saito H, Tada S. Risk prediction of common bile duct stone recurrence based on new common bile duct morphological subtypes. World J Gastrointest Surg 2022; 14:874-876. [PMID: 36157363 PMCID: PMC9453334 DOI: 10.4240/wjgs.v14.i8.874] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2022] [Revised: 06/16/2022] [Accepted: 07/22/2022] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Stones in the common bile duct (CBD) are reported worldwide, and this condition is majorly managed through endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). CBD stone recurrence is an important issue after endoscopic stone removal. Therefore, it is essential to identify its risk factors to determine the necessity of regular follow-up in patients who underwent endoscopic removal of CBD stones. The authors identified that the S and polyline morphological subtypes of CBD were associated with increased stone recurrence. New morphological subtypes of CBD presented by the authors can be important risk predictors of recurrence after endoscopic stone removal. Furthermore, the new morphological subtypes of CBD may predict the risk of residual CBD stones or technical difficulty in CBD stone removal. Further studies with a large sample size and longer follow-up durations are warranted to examine the usefulness of the newly identified morphological subtypes of CBD in predicting the outcomes of ERCP for CBD stone removal.
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- Hirokazu Saito
- Department of Gastroenterology, Kumamoto City Hospital, Kumamoto 862-8505, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Kumamoto City Hospital, Kumamoto 862-8505, Japan
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