Medical Definition of Laparoscopic cholangiogram
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Laparoscopy involves the use of a fibreoptic flexible scope that is introduced into the abdominal cavity through a small (1 inch) incision. Using a special TV camera attached to the laparoscope, the physician can view the procedure on a monitor (as he works).
Small adjacent incisions allow for the introduction of special surgical instruments. In the laparoscopic cholangiogram, a small flexible catheter is placed into the common bile duct. A radiopaque contrast material is then injected.
Conventional X-rays of the abdomen (taken immediately) will highlight the course of the common bile duct. Any obstruction of the duct (by gall stones or tumour) can be demonstrated using this test.
(27 Sep 1997)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Laparoscopic Cholangiogram
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