The Modern approach to Choledocholithiasis
Abstract
Choledocholithiasis, defined as the presence of calculi within the common bile duct, represents a frequent clinical challenge in surgical and endoscopic practice. Although gallstone disease is common, concomitant bile duct stones are detected in a clinically significant proportion of patients, particularly with advancing age. Clinical manifestations range from biliary colic to life threatening complications, such as acute pancreatitis and cholangitis. This narrative review provides an expanded overview of contemporary diagnostic and therapeutic strategies, emphasizing individualized and multidisciplinary patient management.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Gallbladder and Bile Duct Disorders
Biliary and Gastrointestinal Fistulas
Pediatric Hepatobiliary Diseases and Treatments
Publication details
- Journal / source
- South-East Europe Endo-Surgery Journal
- Volume
- 4
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 255–258
- Publication date
- 18 January 2026