Monday, May 10, 2010

-Caroli's syndrome.

Caroli's syndrome.
Def:-
It is a congenital segmental dilatation of the intrahepatic biliary system.

Clinical picture:-

  • Recurrent attacks of cholangitis.
  • liver abscesses may occur.
Complications:-
  • Biliary stones.
  • Cholangiocarcinoma.
Treatment:-
  • Antibiotics for cholangitis.
  • Segmental liver resection for localized disease.

Dr Ibrahim
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