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World J Gastrointest Surg. Sep 27, 2025; 17(9): 108275
Published online Sep 27, 2025. doi: 10.4240/wjgs.v17.i9.108275
Published online Sep 27, 2025. doi: 10.4240/wjgs.v17.i9.108275
Clinical management and therapeutic strategies for biliary leakage after liver transplantation
Yue Xiao, First Operation Room, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun 130000, Jilin Province, China
Hong-Qiao Cai, Department of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, General Surgery Center, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun 130021, Jilin Province, China
Author contributions: Xiao Y contributed to the discussion and design of the manuscript; Cai HQ designed the overall concept and outline of the manuscript, and contributed to the writing, and editing the manuscript, illustrations, and review of literature.
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Corresponding author: Hong-Qiao Cai, MD, PhD, Department of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, General Surgery Center, The First Hospital of Jilin University, No. 1 Xinmin Street, Changchun 130021, Jilin Province, China. hongqiaocai@jlu.edu.cn
Received: April 10, 2025
Revised: April 20, 2025
Accepted: May 9, 2025
Published online: September 27, 2025
Processing time: 168 Days and 2 Hours
Revised: April 20, 2025
Accepted: May 9, 2025
Published online: September 27, 2025
Processing time: 168 Days and 2 Hours
Core Tip
Core Tip: Biliary leakage is one of the most common and serious complications following liver transplantation. A structured approach involving prompt diagnosis, effective endoscopic or percutaneous interventions, and judicious use of surgical revision is essential for optimal outcomes. Preventive measures focused on graft preservation and surgical precision are also critical in reducing the incidence and impact of this complication.