Comparison of pre-operative ultrasonography and magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography with intra-operative surgical findings among patients suspicious to choledocholithiasis
Abstract:Background: Choledocholithiasis with cholelithiasis is a common problem in the middle and older age group people. Aim of this study is to assess the usefulness of ultrasonography in the diagnosis of choledocholithiasis in resource poor set up.Methods: After matching the inclusion and exclusion criteria, all cases of diagnosed choledocholithiasis were taken for this prospective, single center, observational study.Results: Out of total 130 subjects, 41 were male and 89 were female. Increased incidence of choledo… Show more
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