Adel Khdair Abbas

Department of General Surgery, Al–Kadhimain Medical City, Baghdad, Iraq

Publications

  • Research   
    Biliary Leakage Following Cholecystectomy: A Prospective Population Study
    Author(s): Adel Khdair Abbas*

    Background: Biliary leakage is the most common and serious complication following cholecystectomy. Because bile duct injury can lead to lifelong disability or even death, iatrogenic bile duct injury therefore should promptly be identified and repaired or the patient should be referred to the specialist who has experience in hepatobiliary surgery. Early diagnosis and treatment is the cornerstone for pleasant outcome. Unrecognized or late diagnosis of bile duct injury can lead to serious consequences such as hepatic failure or death. The objectives of this study were to determine the incidence of biliary leakage following cholecystectomy and to evaluate its outcome following this procedure. Objectives: To determine the incidence of biliary leakage following cholecystectomy and to evaluate its outcome following this procedure. Patient and Methods: A prospective study was conducted among .. Read More»

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