Abstract
Choledochal cysts are a relatively rare abnormality in the West but are more common in the East. The etiology of choledochal cysts remains unknown. Recently, the incidence in neonates and young infants has been increasing due to advances in diagnostic imaging, including antenatal diagnosis. Choledochal cysts can present at any age, but the clinical manifestation differs according to the age of onset. Early diagnosis followed by cyst excision is the treatment of choice, even in asymptomatic children. Recently, attention has been paid to the treatment of intrahepatic and intrapancreatic ductal diseases such as intrahepatic duct dilatation, debris in the intrahepatic ducts, and protein plugs in the common channel. Intraoperative cyst endoscopy is strongly recommended as a valuable adjunct to cyst excision for the prevention of postoperative complications due to intrahepatic or intrapancreatic ductal diseases.
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