Risk factors and outcomes for cholangitis after hepatic resection.

Christopher W MangieriMatthew A StrodeOmeed MoavenCristian D ValenzuelaRichard A EraliRussell HowertonPerry ShenClancy J Clark

Published in: Langenbeck's archives of surgery (2023)

Largest analysis of post-operative cholangitis following hepatic resection. While a rare occurrence, it is associated with significantly increased risk for severe morbidity and mortality. The most significant risk factors were biliary anastomosis and stenting.

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