Research Article
Author(s):
Tahira Naheed*, Sajid Shaheen Malik, Mian Waheed Ahmad, Syed Muhammad Yousaf Farooq, Amjad Iqbal, Syed Amir Gilani, Mehreen Fatima, Iqbal Hussain Dogar and Sidra Shahzadi
Background: Gall stones in the common bile duct are known as choledocholithiasis. It is composed of either bile pigment or calcium and cholesterol salts. The prevalence of choledocholithiasis is between 10% and 20%. The exact frequency and prevalence of choledocholithiasis are unknown. Objective: The main objective of this study is to present the comparative analysis of diagnostic accuracy of ultrasonography and Magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography with endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography for diagnosis of choledocholithiasis. Methodology: One hundred twelve cases of choledocholithiasis included were referred to the department of radiology district headquarter/teaching hospital Gujranwala during the period of 9 months. Ultrasound, MRCP and ERCP were performed. An informed consent to include their data with the assurance of confidentiality was obtained from patients. R.. Read More»
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