# Common hepatic bile duct partial transection: a rare consequence of blunt abdominal trauma. A case report and brief narrative review

## TL;DR

This paper reports a rare case of bile duct injury caused by blunt abdominal trauma and discusses the importance of a multidisciplinary approach for treatment.

## Contribution

The paper presents a rare case of partial common hepatic bile duct transection due to blunt trauma and emphasizes collaborative care strategies.

## Key findings

- Blunt abdominal trauma can cause rare extrahepatic biliary injuries with delayed presentation.
- Multidisciplinary care involving radiology and gastroenterology can improve patient outcomes.
- Surgical intervention is not always necessary for such injuries.

## Abstract

Extrahepatic biliary injuries are rare in the settings of blunt abdominal trauma and often have delayed presentation. These findings of an isolated distal common hepatic duct injury secondary to blunt trauma may provide insight into the considerations in the progression of care especially as surgical intervention is not always required. In many cases, adopting a multidisciplinary approach involving interventional radiology and gastroenterology can provide more comprehensive care and lead to better outcomes. We hereby present a rare case and literature review of a common hepatic bile duct partial transection as a consequence of a blunt abdominal trauma. Highlighting the collaborative nature of the approach and emphasizing the potential benefits for patients.