A Percutaneous transhepatic biliary drainage (PTBD) is a interventional test of the bile ducts. It shows a tube to drain blocked bile ducts. Typical effective dose 5 to 10 mSv, similar to about 2 to 3 years of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year).
सामान्य स्वास्थ्य जानकारी — यह निदान नहीं है। आपात स्थिति में 102 पर कॉल करें। हमेशा योग्य स्वास्थ्यकर्मी से सलाह लें।
A tube to drain blocked bile ducts.
Obstructive jaundice when ERCP is not possible.
Blood tests for clotting are usually needed; blood thinners may need to be paused only on your doctor's advice. Fasting for a few hours is common.
Typical effective dose 5 to 10 mSv, similar to about 2 to 3 years of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; the benefit usually outweighs the small risk, and shielding or alternatives can be considered.
1 to 2 hours. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.
Interventional
परिणाम की व्याख्या के लिए डॉक्टर को दिखाएँ — अकेला परीक्षण निदान नहीं करता।
निकटतम सुविधाएँ दिखाने हेतु आपका स्थान एक बार उपयोग होता है। कुछ संग्रहीत नहीं होता।
What does a ptbd show?
A tube to drain blocked bile ducts.
Why is a ptbd done?
Obstructive jaundice when ERCP is not possible.
How do I prepare for a ptbd?
Blood tests for clotting are usually needed; blood thinners may need to be paused only on your doctor's advice. Fasting for a few hours is common.
Does a ptbd use radiation?
Typical effective dose 5 to 10 mSv, similar to about 2 to 3 years of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; the benefit usually outweighs the small risk, and shielding or alternatives can be considered.
How long does a ptbd take?
1 to 2 hours
Percutaneous transhepatic biliary drainage (PTBD) क्यों किया जाता है?
Obstructive jaundice when ERCP is not possible.
Percutaneous transhepatic biliary drainage (PTBD) के लिए कैसे तैयारी करें?
Blood tests for clotting are usually needed; blood thinners may need to be paused only on your doctor's advice. Fasting for a few hours is common.
Percutaneous transhepatic biliary drainage (PTBD) गर्भावस्था में सुरक्षित है?
Typical effective dose 5 to 10 mSv, similar to about 2 to 3 years of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; the benefit usually outweighs the small risk, and shielding or alternatives can be considered.
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