Percutaneous Transhepatic Biliary Drainage Complicated by Bilothorax

Semin intervent Radiol 2015; 32: 054-056DOI: 10.1055/s-0034-1396965Percutaneous transhepatic biliary drainage (PTBD) is a well-established and safe technique for the management of biliary obstructions and leaks. While approach is variable based on operator preference, patient anatomy, and indications; PTBD is commonly performed via a right-sided intercostal route. With a right-sided approach, pleural complications may be encountered. The authors describe a case of a right PTBD complicated by a leak into the pleural space, with the subsequent development of bilothorax.[...]Thieme Medical Publishers 333 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10001, USA.Article in Thieme eJournals:Table of contents  |  Abstract  |  Full text

Source: Seminars in Interventional Radiology - March 2, 2015 Category: Radiology Authors: Kim, Stephanie H.Zangan, Steven M. Source Type: research