“Percutaneous Biliary Stenting: A Small Tube with a Big Impact”
(Restoring bile flow, relieving symptoms, improving life)
🔹 The Problem
When bile ducts are blocked, patients may suffer:
- 🟡 Jaundice (yellow skin/eyes)
- 🤕 Abdominal pain & bloating
- 😣 Severe itching
- 🦠 Infections & fever
🔹 The Solution
Percutaneous Biliary Stent = A tiny tube placed through the skin into the bile duct
✔ Opens blocked ducts
✔ Restores bile flow
✔ Relieves distressing symptoms
🔹 Types of Stents
Plastic Stents
- Short-term solution
- Lower cost
Metal Stents
- Wider, longer-lasting
- Preferred for long-term management
🔹 The Procedure
Performed under imaging guidance (Ultrasound/Fluoroscopy):
✅ Needle inserted through the skin into the bile duct
✅ Contrast dye outlines the blockage
✅ A stent is placed across the obstruction
✅ Minimally invasive
✅ No open surgery
✅ Quick recovery
🔹 The Impact
Percutaneous biliary stenting means:
💚 Relief from jaundice & itching
💚 Safer digestion
💚 Reduced infection risk
💚 Better quality of life
🔹 Summary
🩺 “Percutaneous biliary stenting: A small intervention with a big impact.”