Primary intrahepatic lithiasis

MONDO:0018806

A rare biliary tract disease characterized by stone formation within the intrahepatic bile ducts without any known cause, leading to bile stasis and repeated cholangitic episodes.

Also known as: PIHL, primary hepatolithiasis

1 clinical trial for this condition and its sub-types, 0 tagged with Primary intrahepatic lithiasis itself.

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Battle of the belly buttons: which incision is best for gallbladder surgery?

Knowledge-focused Completed

This study compared two methods of creating the first opening (pneumoperitoneum) in laparoscopic gallbladder removal: one through the belly button and one just below it. Researchers looked at how fast each method was, complications, pain, hospital stay, and cosmetic satisfaction.…

Sponsor: Dr Mudassar Saeed Pansota • Aim: Knowledge-focused

Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC

Primary intrahepatic lithiasis

Where it sits in the disease tree

Battle of the belly buttons: which incision is best for gallbladder surgery?