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Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Published in: Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery 1/2007

Open Access 01-12-2007 | Case report

Management of acquired bronchobiliary fistula: 3 case reports and a literature review

Authors: Hatice Eryigit, Selahattin Oztas, Senol Urek, Guven Olgac, Melahat Kurutepe, Cemal Asim Kutlu

Published in: Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery | Issue 1/2007

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Abstract

Bronchobiliary fistula (BBF), which often presents with bilioptysis, is an abnormal communication between the bronchial system and biliary tree. It is a complication associated with a high mortality rate and requires a well-planned management strategy. Although hydatid disease is still the leading cause, extensive surgical interventions and invasive procedures of the liver have altered the profile of patients in recent decades. This paper presents 3 cases of BBF and reviews the literature regarding the treatment options generally mandated by clinical presentation and the underlying disease.
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Metadata
Title
Management of acquired bronchobiliary fistula: 3 case reports and a literature review
Authors
Hatice Eryigit
Selahattin Oztas
Senol Urek
Guven Olgac
Melahat Kurutepe
Cemal Asim Kutlu
Publication date
01-12-2007
Publisher
BioMed Central
Published in
Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery / Issue 1/2007
Electronic ISSN: 1749-8090
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/1749-8090-2-52

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