A new and simple score for predicting cystobiliary fistula in patients with hepatic hydatid cysts

Saylam B., Coskun F., Demiriz B., Vural V., Comcali B., Tez M.

SURGERY, vol.153, no.5, pp.699-704, 2013 (SCI-Expanded) identifier identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 153 Issue: 5
  • Publication Date: 2013
  • Doi Number: 10.1016/j.surg.2012.11.017
  • Journal Name: SURGERY
  • Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
  • Page Numbers: pp.699-704
  • Akdeniz University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Background. Hepatic hydatid cysts are common disorders in Turkey. Although most patients are treated by percutaneous drainage, some cases require operative intervention. Biliary fistula is a major complication of hydatid cyst operations. The purpose of this study is to identify preoperative predictors of cystobiliary fistula (CBF) and to develop a scoring system for this disorder.