Portion B Duodenal Contents

Portion B of duodenal bile (Bile Duodenal Content, BD) is a portion of bile that is taken from the gallbladder through the duodenal drain. This method is used to diagnose diseases of the gallbladder and biliary tract, as well as to assess liver function.

Bile is an important digestive secretion that is produced in the liver and concentrated in the gallbladder. It contains many nutrients and enzymes necessary for the breakdown of fats and other food components. Bile also plays an important role in the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins and maintaining normal blood cholesterol levels.

A bile biopsy is performed under ultrasound guidance to avoid damage to the liver or gallbladder. The procedure involves inserting a thin cannula tube into the duodenal area through a small incision in the abdominal wall. To collect bile, the doctor usually presses on the gallbladder through a tube to move the bile into the stomach and then into the patient's mouth. After collecting duodenal bile samples, they are examined by laboratory specialists.

Diseases diagnosed with this procedure include inflammatory diseases of the gallbladder, such as acute cholecystitis or hepatitis, malignant tumors of the gallbladder or ducts, cholangitis, stones in the gallbladder ducts, and some other diseases of the liver or biliary tract. Diagnostics can help determine the cause of the disease, choose the best treatment and evaluate its effectiveness.

Although a bile biopsy is a relatively safe procedure, it can still cause some complications, including tears or stretching of the gallbladder wall or severe pain after the procedure. Allergic reactions to anesthetics that are used to suppress pain during the study are also possible. Older adults or obese patients may have an increased risk of gallbladder injury or rupture during the procedure. It is important to follow your doctor's instructions and follow the prescribed treatment to prevent unwanted effects.