Precautions after bile duct drainage surgery

Biliary drainage is a common method for treating bile duct obstruction. After undergoing bile duct drainage, you need to understand some postoperative precautions. At this time, the patient should strengthen dietary adjustment and can choose some high-protein, high-vitamin, and high-fiber foods. To prevent constipation, do not eat spicy and irritating foods, quit smoking and drinking, do not drink strong tea or strong coffee. In addition, pay attention to the cleanliness and dryness of the affected area to avoid inflammation.

Precautions after bile duct drainage surgery

1. Diet adjustment:

Choose foods that are nutritious, rich in protein, vitamins, fiber and easy to digest. Such as fish, poultry, lean pork, vegetables, fruits, whole grains, etc. ⑴ Low-fat diet, avoid greasy and fried foods. For example: lard, fatty meat, nuts, and vegetable oils do not need to be overly restricted. Avoid eating high-cholesterol foods, such as: animal offal, poultry skin, egg yolks, fish roe, shrimp roe, etc. ⑵Quit smoking and drinking. Do not drink strong tea or coffee. Avoid spicy and irritating foods, such as pepper and mustard. ⑶ One month after the operation, eat as little carbonated foods as possible that easily produce gas. Such as: milk, cola and other drinks. You can drink yogurt. Patients with diarrhea should limit their intake of crude fiber foods. Such as: leeks, celery, etc. ⑷ Eat small meals frequently at regular times and avoid overeating.

It is better to eat soft food and avoid eating thorny, rough and hard food, such as fish, bones, etc. Develop the habit of regular bowel movements and use laxatives when necessary.

Patients should be careful to keep the area around the pipe clean and dry. The drainage tube is fixed to the top to prevent it from falling off. The drainage bag should be changed once a day. Observe the amount, properties and color of bile. If the drainage volume is more than 600 ml and there is fatigue, the drainage tube should be clamped during meals and opened 2 hours after meals to avoid excessive fluid loss. If there is no infection, the bile should be drained and taken with meals as much as possible, and some liver-protecting, anti-inflammatory and choleretic drugs can be taken. If you experience abdominal pain, yellowing of the skin and eyes, or fever, you should go to the hospital immediately. If wound dressings are contaminated, they should be changed promptly at the local hospital. The drainage tube is generally replaced every six months, and a biliary stent can be placed if conditions permit. After jaundice subsides, the primary disease should be treated actively. Usually keep a happy mood and avoid tension and emotional excitement. Combine work and rest and exercise appropriately. Such as; walking, jogging.