Tc-99m labeled HIDA imaging in suspected biliary leaks after liver transplantation

Clin Nucl Med. 1983 Oct;8(10):478-9.

Abstract

Tc-99m labeled HIDA imaging has been used to investigate suspected biliary leaks following orthotopic liver transplantation. In two patients the diagnosis of bile leakage was confirmed and appropriate surgical intervention undertaken. In a third patient, despite clinical suspicion, no leakage was apparent on HIDA imaging, and unnecessary surgery was avoided. HIDA imaging is a useful, noninvasive technique for confirming biliary leakage after liver transplantation.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Bile*
  • Biliary Tract / diagnostic imaging
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Imino Acids*
  • Liver / diagnostic imaging
  • Liver Transplantation*
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Postoperative Complications / diagnostic imaging
  • Radionuclide Imaging
  • Technetium Tc 99m Lidofenin
  • Technetium*

Substances

  • Imino Acids
  • Technetium Tc 99m Lidofenin
  • Technetium