choledochal

/kɒlɪˈdoʊkiəl, -ˈdoʊtʃəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to the common bile duct or its disorders

“The patient’s choledochal cyst required immediate surgical intervention.”

2. adjective

relating to the bile ducts

“The choledochal system is a network of bile ducts in the liver.”

3. noun

a congenital anomaly of the common bile duct, often resulting in cystic dilation

“The patient was diagnosed with a choledochal cyst and underwent surgery to remove it.”

Synonyms

  • biliary
  • cholecystic
  • hepatic

Antonyms

  • healthy
  • normal