Abstract: Jaundice is a frequent manifestation of biliary tract disorders and the evaluation and management of obstructive jaundice is a common problem faced by the general surgeon. Obstructive jaundice is strictly defined as a condition occurring due to a block in the pathway between the site of conjugation of bile in liver cells and the entry of bile into the duodenum through the ampulla. The block may be intrahepatic or extrahepatic in the bile duct.1 Despite the technical advances, the operative modes of management of obstructive jaundice were associated with very high morbidity and mortality. Yet, during the last decade significant advances have been made in our understanding with regard to the pathogenesis, diagnosis, staging and the efficacy of management of obstructive jaundice.........
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