Surgical Diseases of the Pancreas and Biliary Tree (original) (raw)

This paper discusses the surgical diseases related to choledochal cysts (CCs), emphasizing their epidemiology, classification, pathology, and management strategies. Choledochal cysts, characterized by congenital bile duct dilatation, display varying incidence rates across populations, especially in the Orient. The classification system for CCs divides them into five types, with Type I being the most prevalent. Surgical management varies by type, with options ranging from laparoscopic excisions to liver transplantation based on the severity and impact of the cysts.