Surgeons map better path for rare bile duct condition

NCT ID NCT07336576

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at 234 adults with a rare bile duct condition called congenital biliary dilation, which can lead to serious health issues if not treated properly. Researchers developed a new way to classify the disease based on surgery needs, aiming to guide doctors in choosing the best operation—like removing part of the bile duct, liver transplant, or reconstruction. The goal is to improve long-term outcomes and reduce complications.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

surgery (bile duct removal, liver transplant, or bile duct reconstruction)

What this could lead to

If successful, this classification could help surgeons choose the best operation for each patient, potentially reducing long-term complications and cancer risk.

What could go wrong

This is a completed observational analysis, not a randomized trial, so the findings may not apply to all patients. Surgery carries risks like infection, bile leak, or liver problems.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

bile duct cyst

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hepatopancreatobiliary Center, Beijing Tsinghua Changgung Hospital, Key Laboratory of Digital Intelligence Hepatology, Ministry of Education, School of Clinical Medicine, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China

    Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 100000, China