NONSURGICAL TRAUMA TO THE EXTRAHEPATIC BILIARY-TRACT

Non-surgical trauma to the extrahepatic biliary tract is uncommon and encountered only rarely by surgeons outside specialist hepatobiliary c enters. Such injury often results in significant morbidity and mortali ty. This review outlines the incidence, classification, mechanisms of injury, presentation, diagnostic techniques and management options. De pending on the type of biliary injury identified, an optimal method of repair is suggested. Recommendations are made for surgeons who encoun ter this type of injury and do not have the appropriate expertise for definitive management.