In the world of gallbladder adventures, a team unveils the secrets of common bile duct injury (CBDI) post-cholecystectomy in the U.S. Among 769,782 gallbladder enthusiasts, only 0.1% faced CBDI, linked to increased mortality risk. Biliary colic and obesity played guardian roles (lower risk), while pancreas disease and chronic liver disease spiked risks. Same-day CBDI repair scored lowest costs, with the highest bills for repairs within 1-3 months. Even with improvements, CBDI remains a perilous gallbladder aftermath, demanding continued scrutiny.
Journal Article by Elser H, Bergquist JR, Li AY and Visser BC in Ann Surg Open
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