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[[Ultrasound]]: Diagnostic evaluation should proceed first with ultrasound which has an 55-85% sensitivity. Small stones in the common bile duct may be missed. The CBD may not be enlarged early or if the stones has passed. The ducts may be totally normal in PSC. | [[Ultrasound]]: Diagnostic evaluation should proceed first with ultrasound which has an 55-85% sensitivity. Small stones in the common bile duct may be missed. The CBD may not be enlarged early or if the stones has passed. The ducts may be totally normal in PSC. | ||
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Overview
Ultrasound
Ultrasound: Diagnostic evaluation should proceed first with ultrasound which has an 55-85% sensitivity. Small stones in the common bile duct may be missed. The CBD may not be enlarged early or if the stones has passed. The ducts may be totally normal in PSC.