Diffuse Versus Localized Caroli Disease: A Comparative MRCP Study
M. Lewin, Christophe Desterke, Catherine Guettier, Pierre‐Jean Valette, Hélène Agostini, Stéphanie Franchi‐Abella, Lionel Arrivé, Anita Paisant, Philippe Petit, Olivier Soubrane, Didier Samuel, René Adam, Valérie Vilgrain, B. Gallix, Marie‐Pierre Vullierme
Abstract
Diffuse IHBD dilatation with both saccular and fusiform features associated with the peripheral funnel-shaped sign can be used for the diagnosis of CD on MRCP. Localized IHBD dilatation seems to be mainly related to primary intrahepatic lithiasis.
Topics & Concepts
MedicinePathologyGenetic and Kidney Cyst DiseasesGenetic Syndromes and ImprintingHedgehog Signaling Pathway Studies