21/12/2025
“Plain X-ray Abdomen Showing Percutaneous Transhepatic Biliary Drainage (PTBD) Catheter – A Case of Obstructive Jaundice”....,............
_______Radiological Findings_________
*A pigtail-shaped catheter is seen in the right upper quadrant, extending from the hepatic region.
*Contrast outlines the intrahepatic biliary radicals.
*The catheter track is visible passing inferiorly, consistent with an external biliary drainage tube.
*Findings suggest dilated biliary ducts.
*Bowel gas pattern and bony structures appear within normal limits.
Q. Name two causes of obstructive jaundice.
Answer:
1.arcinoma head of pancreas
2.CBD stone / Cholangiocarcinoma
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