Laparoscopic cholecystectomy injury: an unusual indication for liver transplantation

Transpl Int. 1998;11(6):449-51. doi: 10.1007/s001470050173.

Abstract

The introduction of laparoscopic cholecystectomy has been associated with a rise in the number of reported bile duct injuries (0.3%-0.8%). Significant vascular injuries are rare (0.16%), but may lead to life-threatening complications. We present a case report of a patient undergoing transplantation for a laparoscopic cholecystectomy injury.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Anastomosis, Roux-en-Y
  • Cholecystectomy, Laparoscopic / adverse effects*
  • Common Bile Duct / injuries*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Jejunostomy
  • Liver Cirrhosis, Biliary / etiology
  • Liver Cirrhosis, Biliary / surgery
  • Liver Transplantation*
  • Time Factors