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Bile duct cysts in adults. BJS 2004; 91: 1538-1548.
Published: 17th November 2004
Authors: K. Söreide, H. Körner, J. Havnen, J. A. Söreide
Background
Bile duct cysts are rare and of uncertain origin. Most have been reported in young females of Asian descent, but an increasing number have occurred in Western adults.
Method
A Medline literature search was performed to locate articles on the pathophysiological concepts, clinical behaviour and management controversies pertaining to bile duct cysts in adults. Emphasis was placed on reports from the past two decades.