Biomedical subjects
Publications and source records attributed to C J Reynes.
A diverticulum of the hepatic duct was found in a 25-year-old woman. Cholangiography revealed that the diverticulum was cystic in nature and contained several stones. Since the intrahepatic ducts are never seen at surgery, the authors stress the importance of preoperative and operative cholangiography in locating such anomalies.
Ultrasonically guided percutaneous biopsy and aspiration of solid and cystic structures in the abdomen, neck, and pericardial space are common practice. The technique may be utilized for biopsy of peripheral pulmonary masses in contact with the chest wall, in order to assure accurate placement of the needle in the center of the mass, reduce the risk of pneumothorax, and eliminate the exposure to radiation that occurs with fluoroscopic guidance. Four patients had successful biopsies in this manner, without complications. Histologic studies revelaed malignant neoplasms in three and lipoid pneumonia in one.
Explore the source record for details and available documents.
Explore the source record for details and available documents.
Explore the source record for details and available documents.