1999
DOI: 10.1007/s11894-996-0010-z
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Biliary tract imaging

Abstract: In addition to the detection of gallstones, common bile duct stones, and narrowed and dilated bile ducts, recent advancements in imaging techniques now make it possible to diagnose microlithiasis, pathology of normal-size ducts, and dysfunction of the gallbladder and the sphincter of Oddi (SO). More and more frequently, noninvasive imaging techniques obviate the risk of invasive investigation. These techniques can also take the place of unsuccessful or contraindicated direct cholangiography, and they play an e… Show more

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“…Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) EUS is useful for detecting microlithiasis and for assessing ampullary morphology [31]. It is better than trans-abdominal ultrasound for diagnosing Table 5 Sphincter of Oddi manometry…”
Section: Diagnostic Methodsmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) EUS is useful for detecting microlithiasis and for assessing ampullary morphology [31]. It is better than trans-abdominal ultrasound for diagnosing Table 5 Sphincter of Oddi manometry…”
Section: Diagnostic Methodsmentioning
confidence: 99%