Percutaneous Biliary Stenting

“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.”

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