Biliary Drain Management (Change, Removal)

Routine change or removal of existing biliary drain.

Biliary Interventions

Biliary Drain Management (Change, Removal)

Synonyms : biliary drain change, biliary drain removal

Background

Scheduled change (every 2-3 months) or removal when obstruction resolves.

Procedure

Existing drain guides new drain placement. Duration: 15-30 minutes.

Risks

Access loss, infection, bleeding.

Recovery

Usually same-day discharge.

Practical information

Local anesthesia. Outpatient procedure (return home the same day).