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【Abstract】ObjectiveTo explore the relationship between anomalous pancreaticobiliary ductal junction(APBDJ) and gallbladder carcinoma.
MethodsThe current related literatures were reviewed.
ResultsAPBDJ was associated with gallbladder carcinoma development. A proposed mechanism was free reflux of pancreatic juice into the gallbladder and molecular alterations of gallbladder epithelial cells.
ConclusionAPBDJ is a high risk factor for gallbladder carcinoma. Prophylactic cholecystectomy is recommended for patients with APBDJ.

Citation: ZHOU Yanming,YANG Jiamei.. Relationship Between Anomalous Pancreaticobiliary Ductal Junction and Gallbladder Carcinoma. CHINESE JOURNAL OF BASES AND CLINICS IN GENERAL SURGERY, 2005, 12(4): 361-364. doi: Copy