9 and 12 months and a pH study that was performed 2 months after surgery. The 12-month follow-up visit was included to avoid misinterpretation of a malignant stricture that initially appeared benign.

Background: The purpose of the present study was to define the differential diagnostic markers of benign and malignant bile duct strictures without demonstrable mass on ultrasonography (US ...

Otherwise, surgery may be necessary to stretch the stricture. Other symptoms and a burning feeling after peeing include bladder pain, a tender pelvic region, and the need to pee more often.

One complication that occurs in approximately 10%of patients is the development of a colonic stricture. Some of thesestrictures dilate over weeks or months, while others result inobstructive ...