Temporary Transhepatic Biliary Drainage
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Temporary Transhepatic Biliary Drainage

Anatol J Gen Med Res 1991;1(3):189-194 DOI: 10.5222/terh.1991.24603
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Abstract

The post-operative morbidity and mortality rates are increased by the systemic effects of hyperbilirubinemia. The method of temporary transhepatic biliary drainage as a preoperative measure in jaundiced patients with biliary obstruction prior to surgical intervention has been recommended by many authors.

Keywords: Obstructive Jaundice, Biliary Drainage