Percutaneous Transhepatic Biliary Drainage Complicated by Bilothorax.

ABSTRACT: Percutaneous transhepatic biliary drainage (PTBD) is a well-established and safe technique for the management of biliary obstructions and leaks. While approach is variable based on operator preference, patient anatomy, and indications; PTBD is commonly performed via a right-sided intercostal route. With a right-sided approach, pleural complications may be encountered. The authors describe a case of a right PTBD complicated by a leak into the pleural space, with the subsequent development of bilothorax.

SUBMITTER: Kim SH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4815327 | biostudies-other | 2015 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-other