Abstract |
Dissolution of gallbladder stones with MTBE appears to be an effective and safe treatment for patients with symptomatic gallstones who are unfit for surgery. However, the procedure is tedious and the stone recurrence rate is as yet unknown.
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Authors | M K Choong, G W Phillips |
Journal | Australasian radiology
(Australas Radiol)
Vol. 34
Issue 4
Pg. 339-40
(Nov 1990)
ISSN: 0004-8461 [Print] Australia |
PMID | 2092663
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
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Chemical References |
- Ethers
- Methyl Ethers
- Solvents
- methyl tert-butyl ether
- Cholesterol
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Topics |
- Aged
- Aged, 80 and over
- Cholecystostomy
(methods)
- Cholelithiasis
(chemistry, drug therapy, surgery)
- Cholesterol
(analysis)
- Ethers
(therapeutic use)
- Female
- Humans
- Methyl Ethers
- Solvents
(therapeutic use)
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