A simple method for biliary-enteric anastomosis and chronic bile diversion in the rat

Hepatology. 1991 Jul;14(1):128-30. doi: 10.1002/hep.1840140121.

Abstract

A simple method of biliary-enteric anastomosis, without the use of surgical microscopy, is described. There were no signs of cholestasis after 3 mo of follow-up. A modified procedure using a silicone elastomer catheter as a stent for the biliary-enteric anastomosis resulted in biliary obstruction within 3 wk after surgery. Our experimental bile duct implantation technique is a simple and useful experimental method for the investigation of chronic biliary diversion and biliary physiology. Additionally, it can be performed safely and easily in a rodent model without sophisticated microscopic techniques.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Anastomosis, Surgical / methods*
  • Animals
  • Bile Ducts / surgery*
  • Biliary Tract Diseases* / physiopathology
  • Chronic Disease
  • Disease Models, Animal
  • Intestines / surgery*
  • Male
  • Medical Illustration
  • Rats
  • Rats, Inbred Strains
  • Stents