Biliary strictures are abnormal narrowings of the bile duct that can result from benign or malignant causes, leading to obstructive jaundice and liver dysfunction. Prompt diagnosis and management are crucial to prevent complications such as cholangitis and secondary biliary cirrhosis.

Biliary Strictures

Abnormal narrowings of the bile duct

Benign causes

Malignant causes

Obstructive jaundice is a condition caused by the blockage of bile flow from the liver to the duodenum, leading to an accumulation of bilirubin in the blood and subsequent yellowing of the skin and eyes. It often requires imaging and surgical intervention to identify and remove the obstruction, which may be due to gallstones, tumors, or strictures.

Obstructive Jaundice

Liver dysfunction refers to the impaired ability of the liver to perform its normal metabolic, detoxification, and synthetic functions, which can result from a variety of causes including infections, toxins, and chronic diseases. Early detection and management are crucial to prevent progression to liver failure and associated complications.

Liver Dysfunction

Prompt diagnosis

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Prevent Complications

Cholangitis is an infection of the bile duct system, usually caused by a bacterial infection that ascends from the small intestine. It often presents with Charcot's triad of symptoms: fever, jaundice, and right upper quadrant abdominal pain, and requires prompt medical treatment to prevent complications such as sepsis.

Cholangitis

Secondary biliary cirrhosis is a liver disease caused by prolonged obstruction of the bile ducts, leading to progressive liver damage and fibrosis. It results from conditions like gallstones, tumors, or strictures that block bile flow, causing bile to accumulate and damage liver cells over time.

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