Erschienen in:
12.08.2016
Pediatric cholangiopathies: diseases of the gallbladder and biliary tract
verfasst von:
Mark E. Sharafinski Jr., Arthur B. Meyers, Gregory Vorona
Erschienen in:
Abdominal Radiology
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Ausgabe 1/2017
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Abstract
Pediatric gallbladder and bile duct disease encompasses a broad spectrum of processes, from congenital to developmental to neoplastic. We describe normal pediatric biliary anatomy and summarize the most common pathologic entities, with a focus on non-invasive imaging techniques and findings. Ultrasound is the first-line imaging modality in children with suspected biliary pathology based on its widespread availability, cost effectiveness, and lack of ionizing radiation. MRI and MRCP are often used for further evaluation in cases of diagnostic uncertainty and for surgical planning.