Niloff P H, Hinchey E J
Can J Surg. 1982 Nov;25(6):701-3.
Fourteen patients with hepatic duct obstruction were treated by inserting a Vitallium prosthesis through the strictured area. Eleven had proven cholangiocarcinoma; in 3 a definitive diagnosis wsa not obtained. Jaundice was relieved and patients were afforded good palliation. Obstruction of the prosthesis has not been a problem and the absence of external drainage tubes has been a factor in improving the quality of life of these patients. The simplicity of the operation is emphasized.
14例肝管梗阻患者通过在狭窄部位植入维他灵假体进行治疗。其中11例已确诊为胆管癌；3例未明确诊断。黄疸得到缓解，患者获得了良好的姑息治疗。假体堵塞并非问题，且无外置引流管是改善这些患者生活质量的一个因素。强调了手术的简易性。
