What are the Treatment Options for Choledochal Cysts in Children?
The mainstay of treatment for choledochal cysts is surgical intervention. The goal of surgery is to remove the cyst and restore normal bile flow. The standard surgical procedure involves excision of the cyst and reconstruction of the biliary tract using a Roux-en-Y hepaticojejunostomy. This procedure connects the hepatic duct directly to the jejunum, bypassing the area of the cyst. In some cases, laparoscopic or robotic-assisted techniques may be employed.
