Komi Classification of Bile Duct Cysts
Komi Classification of Bile Duct Cysts
Komi Classification of Bile Duct Cysts
Komi classification of bile duct cysts , as stated by Komi et al , divides anomalous union of the
pancreatico-bile ducts (AUPBD) into 3 types based on the angle of union of the ducts 1.
Type I
Type II
Type III
comprises of a complex patterns of accessory pancreatic ducts, with or without intricate duct networks.
o IIIA - is similar to the classic pancreas divisum with biliary dilatation.
o IIIB - is characterised by the absence of the Wirsungs duct.
o IIIC1 - tiny communication exists between the main duct and the accessory ducts.
o IIIC2 - comprises of a common channel made up of common and accessory ducts of equal caliber.
o IIIC3 - total or partial dilatation of the ductal system.
Todani classification of bile duct cysts divides choledochal cysts into 5 groups:
Type I
Ic: dilatation of the common bile duct portion of extrahepatic bile duct
Theorized to form as the result of reflux of pancreatic secretions into the bile duct via anomalous
pancreaticobiliary junction. Some believe them to arise from ductal plate anomalies.
Type II
Saccular outpouchings arising from the supraduodenal extrahepatic bile duct or the intrahepatic bile
ducts.
Type III
Type IV
type 4a: fusiform dilation of the entire extrahepatic bile duct with extension
of dilation of the intrahepatic bile ducts
type 4b: multiple cystic dilations involving only the extrahepatic bile duct
Type V