Abstract
Two traumatic bile duct strictures were dilated percutaneously with dilators. The dilation was performed with fluoroscopic guidance in a radiology suite. After removal of dilators, stent tubes were left in place across the stricture. The stent size was 12 Fr. and stents remained in place for 5-6 months. After stent removal, symptoms disappeared without recurrence of the stricture for 12-33 months. Nonoperative endoprosthesis of traumatic bile duct strictures is a relatively safe technique that results in lasting stricture patency. Although long-term follow-up is also important, it may be that this technique represents an effective alternative to surgery.
