Adverse effects of barium sulfate in the biliary tract
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Abdominal Imaging - Technical Note 2016
P: 94-96
June 2008

Adverse effects of barium sulfate in the biliary tract

Diagn Interv Radiol 2008;14(2):94-96
1. From the Department of Radiology, Royal Albert Edward Infirmary, Wigan, United Kingdom
2. Klinikum Braunschweig, Institute for Roentgendiagnostics, Braunschweig, Germany
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Received Date: 24.01.2008
Accepted Date: 07.04.2008
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ABSTRACT

Reflux of barium sulfate preparations into the biliary tract is rare, but serious complications have been recorded. To consider the implications of such reflux through enterobiliary stents, the literature was reviewed. A case illustrating such an occurrence is presented. Based upon the limited literature available, barium suspension may be retained in particular circumstances and cause or contribute to stent occlusion.