Abstract
Congenital choledochal malformations (a.k.a. choledochal cysts) are uncommon but must be considered in the differential diagnosis of conjugated jaundice in both infant and child. They are also an important cause of recurrent abdominal pain due to the presence of a common pancreatic biliary channel and predisposition to pancreatitis. We present an updated Kings College Hospital classification based on morphology derived from previous versions in the literature and review possible aetiological factors, current diagnostic and surgical strategies.
Keywords: Jaundice, abdominal pain, choledochal cysts
Current Pediatric Reviews
Title: Congenital Choledochal Malformation – Current Concepts and Classification
Volume: 4 Issue: 3
Author(s): Saravanakumar Paramalingam and Mark Davenport
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Keywords: Jaundice, abdominal pain, choledochal cysts
Abstract: Congenital choledochal malformations (a.k.a. choledochal cysts) are uncommon but must be considered in the differential diagnosis of conjugated jaundice in both infant and child. They are also an important cause of recurrent abdominal pain due to the presence of a common pancreatic biliary channel and predisposition to pancreatitis. We present an updated Kings College Hospital classification based on morphology derived from previous versions in the literature and review possible aetiological factors, current diagnostic and surgical strategies.
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Paramalingam Saravanakumar and Davenport Mark, Congenital Choledochal Malformation – Current Concepts and Classification, Current Pediatric Reviews 2008; 4 (3) . https://dx.doi.org/10.2174/157339608785856045
DOI https://dx.doi.org/10.2174/157339608785856045 |
Print ISSN 1573-3963 |
Publisher Name Bentham Science Publisher |
Online ISSN 1875-6336 |
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