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Do bile ducts dilate with age? Understanding the physiological changes

While commonly associated with blockages, a growing body of evidence shows that bile ducts can indeed dilate with age, a physiological change often unrelated to disease. Understanding this age-dependent variation is crucial for accurate medical diagnosis and for avoiding unnecessary interventions, especially in senior care.

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Does the common bile duct enlarge with age?

Multiple studies have shown a clear correlation between increasing age and a physiological widening of the common bile duct (CBD). For older adults, recognizing that a slightly enlarged common bile duct can be a benign, age-related finding is crucial, but it also highlights the need to differentiate this from more serious pathological causes.

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What is the upper limit of normal for CBD diameter in a healthy adult patient 60 years old?

According to a study on MRCP data, the common bile duct (CBD) diameter significantly increases with age, showing that conventional reference values can lead to unnecessary investigations. This means that for a healthy adult patient, the upper limit of normal for CBD diameter in a 60-year-old can be higher than previously thought due to physiological changes rather than pathology. Understanding these age-related variations is crucial for accurate diagnosis and avoiding unnecessary concern.

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