Abstract

In the present scenario, laparoscopic cholecystectomy remains the most common surgery performed by the general surgeons but there is constant fear of the common bile duct injury associated with it. We have moved from the era of open to laparoscopic cholecystectomy with a long initial learning curve for the surgeons.2,3 During this period, the most vulnerable structure to injury is common bile duct1,4 which can lead to serious complications like biliary peritonitis, hepatic failure and death. 22 Majority of the patients are identified later with progression of jaundice and a few are recognized on table requiring immediate repair. Our study is focused on the role of ultrasound in the postoperative period as a tool for detecting common bile duct injury within 72 hours of cholecystectomy. Key message: The incidence of CBD injury may be rising with Increasing trend of laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Early recognition is the key of management of CBD injury. MRCP is the gold standard investigation for bile duct injuries. Ultrasound is of immense significance in resource poor settings where the MRCP, CT are not available.

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