Pleurobiliary fistula
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Weerakkody Y, Bell D, Knipe H, Pleurobiliary fistula. Reference article, Radiopaedia.org (Accessed on 20 Jan 2025) https://doi.org/10.53347/rID-68291
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At the time the article was created Yuranga Weerakkody had no recorded disclosures.
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Synonyms:
- Biliary-pleural fistula (BPF)
- Biliary-pleural fistula
- Pleuro-biliary fistulas
- Pleuro-biliary fistulation
A pleurobiliary fistulae refers to an abnormal fistulous communication between the biliary tree and pleural space. It forms the large portion of thoracobiliary fistulas and can occur in various situations such as with complications secondary to trauma, infection, malignancy, biliary disease, or percutaneous procedures.
Radiographic features
Its presence may be suggested by the development of a right pleural effusion in a patient with a relevant clinical history.
Nuclear medicine
A hepatobiliary/HIDA scan can be useful for confirmation.
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