An operative cholangiogram is an imaging study used during gallbladder surgery to reveal the outline of the bile duct and detect blockages or injuries. Bile duct injury is a known complication of laparoscopic surgery. Contrast agents are used to highlight the bile duct during the procedure. Other cholangiography methods include percutaneous transhepatic cholangiography (PTC). An […]
Intraoperative cholangiogram is a cost-effective imaging technique that highlights the bile ducts during surgery, reducing the risk of injury to them. Surgeons may use it in procedures involving the bile ducts, such as gallbladder removal, to orient themselves and avoid confusion. The test involves injecting a contrast agent and taking X-ray images to highlight anatomical […]
A T-tube cholangiogram is a medical imaging study to evaluate bile ducts after surgery. It involves injecting dye into a drain to identify blockages, stones or other problems. The patient must fast for four hours and may experience discomfort or an allergic reaction. Results are usually returned quickly, and further action may be necessary if […]
A T-tube cholangiogram is a medical imaging study to evaluate the bile ducts for signs of stones and blockages after surgery. It carries little risk to the patient and allows the surgeon to verify the patient’s healing and determine if further action is needed. During the test, a technician injects dye into the drain and […]
