Abstract

Laparoscopic cholecystectomy involves a higher incidence of severe common bile duct injury than did open cholecystectomy. The severe injuries most often result from technical problems and inadequate exposure. Reconstruction of the bile duct is then possible provided that an immediate diagnosis is made and an appropriate surgical technique is applied. The report focuses on a new method of reconstruction of the common bile duct by interposition of a small jejunal conduit. The procedure was performed in five patients with severe bile duct injury (Bismuth class 3-4) that occurred during laparoscopic cholecystectomy. The outcome after follow-up periods of 9 months to more than 2 years is promising. This method of reconstruction is therefore recommended for severe forms of bile duct injury.

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