Transhepatic Interventions for Obstructive Jaundice Flashcards

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What is the only absolute contraindication to PTC?

A

obstructive jaundice + significant coagulopathy that cannot be corrected

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What is the procedure of choice for a patient with ascites and jaundice?

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ERCP as PTC results in constant drainage around tube site and possible bile peritonitis

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How frequently should external/internal biliary drainage catheters be changed?

A

every 2-3 months

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How is hepatic vein/portal vein hemobilia treated?

A

repositioning or upsizing biliary drainage catheter

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How is hepatic artery hemobilia treated?

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hepatic ateriography - arterial embolization

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