Introduction

Jaundice is a frequent manifestation of biliary tract disorders and evaluation of obstructive jaundice is a common problem faced by general surgeons. This study was undertaken to highlight the etiological spectrum, treatment outcome of obstructive jaundice in our setting.

Methods

Patients of obstructive jaundice admitted from September 2009 to September 2011 were taken up for the study. All patients with extra hepatic jaundice were including in the study. Data were collected and analyzed.

Results

A total of 40 patients were studied. Females outnumbered males by a ratio of 2:1. Calculus (85%) was the most common cause followed by malignant cause (10%). Maximum incidence was observed between 30–50 years age.

Conclusions

Jaundice was the presenting symptom in all case followed by pain abdomen (80%). Calculus biliary obstruction was the commonest cause of obstructive jaundice.