A member asked:

Is a cbd stent capable of keeping the common bile duct open for only 12 months, after which it needs to be replaced? what will happen if it is not replaced on time?

Q: is a cbd stent capable of keeping the common bile duct open for only 12 months, after which it needs to be replaced? what will happen if it is not replaced on time?

: Common bile duct stents are usually removed/changed at 3 months. If they are left in longer, there are risks of infection and obstruction.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Odhett Cojocaru answered

Common bile duct stents are usually removed/changed at 3 months. If they are left in longer, there are risks of infection and obstruction.

Answered 8/20/2021

0 views

Thank

More of what we treat

Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

A member asked:

Is a cbd stent capable of keeping the common bile duct open for only 12 months, after which it needs to be replaced? what will happen if it is not replaced on time?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Odhett Cojocaru answered

Related Questions

A member asked:

I just had a stent put in by my common bile duct, is it normal to have a tender feeling where my gallbladder is?

A member asked:

My grandmother had a plastic bile duct stent put in. It worked fine. Was replaced with metal yesterday and now is jaundice today. Is this normal?

A member asked:

Does a common bile duct stent blockage cause symptoms and also infection like Acute Cholangitis? I mean, is there a way to know that a stent is causing blockage?

A member asked:

Brother got diagnosed with common bile duct stenosis which is now corrected by placing a stent. Bile flow has now returned. But the stenosis lasted for 4 weeks before the stent was placed. Will this duration cause liver cirrhosis to him?

A member asked:

My cousin, 54, had ERCP to remove gallstones from his bile duct. After the removal of stone, occlusion cholangiogram stated that the CBD is now clear. Just want to know on his behalf, will this now put him at an increased risk of biliary stricture?

Sponsored Content

People also searched for:

Will a cbd stent that has not been replaced or removed in due time cause common bile duct blockages?

Will a CBD stent that loses it's ability to keep the bile duct open after few months lead to acute Cholangitis? Why is it suggested to remove and replace the stent after every 3-4 months?

Is a CBD stent capable of keeping the bile duct open for only 12 months? Will it lead to infections like Acute Cholangitis if the stent is kept for more than 12 months?

I had a billary Stent placed in my common bile duct in April and I have been having episodes of feeling like I am being punched in my stomach. Could ?

In which situation will a doctor decide to place a stent in the common bile duct? I mean, will a doctor place a stent even if the CBD is clear or is that only used for CBD that is blocked with something?

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?