Which Imaging Procedure Is Preferred in the Evaluation of Proximal

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which imaging procedure is preferred in the evaluation of proximal obstructions involving the hepatic duct bifurcation?

• A) ERCP
• B) Percutaneous transhepatic cholangiogram
• C) T-tube cholangiogram
• D) Operative cholangiogram

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Definitions:

Volcanic Conduit

A pipe-like structure through which magma moves from a magma chamber to the Earth's surface.

Diamond Pipe

A steep, cylindrical- to funnel-shaped volcanic conduit that contains diamonds dispersed in an igneous rock; synonym kimberlite pipe.

Copper Veins

Concentrated occurrences of copper minerals found within rock formations, often extracted through mining.

Impermeable Unit

A geological formation that does not allow fluids to pass through it due to its material composition or structure.