PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

BILIARY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is TRUE about bile leaks from ducts of Luschka?
A
they are the second most common cause of post cholecystectomy leak
B
they are the sole drainage from associated liver parenchyma
C
they are most commonly seen after cholecystectomy for acute inflammation
D
enteric drainage is usually required for treatment
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Bile can leak from a variety of anatomic sites, including the cystic duct remnant, bile ducts of Luschka, and main bile ducts [8]. The most common site is from a cystic duct stump, and this may result from faulty clip applications, slipping of clips, or necrosis of the cystic duct stump proximal to the clip [9].

Detailed explanation-2: -How Common Is This Bile Leakage in Gallbladder Surgery? Bile duct leakage is rare and uncommon; it happens in a ratio of 1:1000 surgery cases. This condition is most common with laparoscopic surgery but very rare in open cholecystectomy.

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