Choledochal cysts are known to be one of the causes of childhood jaundice. Reported familial cases are extremely rare. Choledochal cyst in siblings was experienced at our hospital. They were observed to be rather well except for mild jaundice and abnormal stool color after admission. Biochemical studies revealed conjugated hyperbilirubinemia and elevated liver function. Abdominal sonogram disclosed cystic mass or fusiform dilatation of common bile duct (CBD). Intrahepatic duct (IHD) dilatation was noted in both patients. Operative findings revealed cystic dilatation of CBD in one patient and fusiform dilatation of CBD in another. They both received excision of cyst with Roux-en-Y hepaticojejunostomy and cholecystectomy. The postoperative course was uneventful. |