Long-term Follow-up after Choledochal Cyst Excision in Children

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Choledochal cyst (CC) excision is indicated to avoid developing complications. There is no consensus on postoperative follow-up investigations, duration, or timing. At our institution, patients are followed for 5 years after CC excision with ultrasound and liver laboratory tests. We aimed to evaluate both the post-operative outcomes after pediatric CC excision, focusing on long-term complications, and the adherence to our postoperative follow-up protocol.

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Article · Feb 2026 · 1 min read

In brief

This study examines long-term complications and follow-up protocol adherence after choledochal cyst excision in pediatric patients. The institution uses a 5-year surveillance protocol with ultrasound and liver function tests to monitor for postoperative complications in this biliary malformation requiring surgical intervention.

Choledochal cyst excision prevents serious complications but requires structured long-term surveillance.
No standardized postoperative follow-up protocol exists across institutions for pediatric choledochal cysts.
This institution uses 5-year ultrasound and liver function monitoring to detect late complications.
Adherence to follow-up protocols is a key quality metric after choledochal cyst surgery.
Long-term outcomes data helps optimize surveillance strategies for this rare biliary condition.

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