Review evaluates diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for choledocholithiasis in cholecystectomy patients, highlighting the need for tailored management strategies.
Key Points
Choledocholithiasis affects 10-20% of gallstone patients, potentially leading to serious complications like acute cholangitis.
Two main management strategies exist: one-step and two-step approaches, each with distinct advantages depending on patient condition.
The one-step approach allows for shorter hospitalization but requires skilled surgeons, while the two-step is better for complicated cases.
Collaboration between gastroenterologists and surgeons is essential for optimal management of choledocholithiasis.