Objective:To study the peri-operation cooperation and post-operation nursing care methods

so as to ensure the success implementation of percutaneous transhepatic biliary tract stent implantation and the recovery of the patients with malignant bile duct obstruction.Methods:Clinical data of 32 patients with malignant bile duct obstruction who received percutaneous transhepatic biliary tract stent implantation from Januarary 2007 to June 2010 were analyzed retrospectively.Strict intra-and post-operation nursing care and management

such as nursing and management of patient aching and fever

management of drainage tube and drainage content

were adopted.Results:Transhepatic biliary tract stents were implanted successfully into 32 patients without accidents and complications associated with nursing care.Except mild complaints

no hemorrhage

severe infection

defluxion or obstruction of drainage tube was found.All patients achieved anticipated goals of treatment and were discharged safely.Conclusion:Good preoperative preparation

rigorous intra-and post-operation complications observation and good nursing care are key strategies for the successful implementation of percutaneous transhepatic biliary tract stent implantation

which can avoid severe complications and accidents associated with nursing care.