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Cholangiography is a medical imaging procedure used to visualize the bile ducts, which are tubes that carry bile from the liver to the small intestine. The procedure involves injecting a contrast agent (dye) into the bile ducts, which allows them to be seen on X-ray or other imaging tests.
Cholangiography can be performed using several different methods, including:
Cholangiography is used to diagnose a variety of conditions that affect the bile ducts, including blockages, strictures (narrowing of the ducts), and tumors. It can also be used to guide certain medical procedures, such as the placement of stents (tubes) to open blocked bile ducts.
Like all medical procedures, cholangiography carries some risks, including bleeding, infection, and allergic reactions to the contrast agent. Your healthcare provider will discuss the risks and benefits of the procedure with you beforehand and will take steps to minimize the risks.