Controversies in Choledochal Malformations: A Survey among Dutch Pediatric Surgeons

Conclusion Dutch pediatric surgeons demonstrate a wide variety of opinions regarding diagnostic workup, treatment, and follow-up of CM. While most surgeons encounter CM up to 2 times/y, there is an association between exposure and several of the outcome parameters. Some of the answers are not in line with the expert opinion. This demonstrates that there is a need for evidence-based (inter)national guidelines regarding the diagnostic approach, management, and follow-up.[...]Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals:Table of contents  |  Abstract  |  Full text

Source: European Journal of Pediatric Surgery - October 26, 2014 Category: Surgery Authors: van den Eijnden, Maria Hendrina Antoinettede Kleine, Ruben H.Verkade, Henkjan J.Wilde, Jim C. H.Peeters, Paul M. J. G.Hulscher, Jan B. F. Tags: Original Article Source Type: research