BILIARY SYSTEM ANOMALIES: A SURGICAL PRE-FLIGHT CHECKLIST
Dr. Lokesh Kumar Tamta*, Prof. Dr. Ranjit Singh, Dr. Bhoomi Soni
ABSTRACT
Anatomical variations of the extrahepatic biliary system (EHBS) and its associated vasculature are common, presenting a significant hazard during upper abdominal surgery. Failure to recognize these anomalies is the leading cause of iatrogenic bile duct injury (BDI), a major determinant of patient morbidity and mortality.[1] This article reviews the clinically significant anomalies of the gallbladder, bile ducts, and related vessels, emphasizing the critical role of meticulous preoperative imaging and disciplined intraoperative dissection to ensure safe surgical outcomes.[2]
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