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ERCP for bile duct stones: Endoscope procedure to remove stones from or stent the bile duct. It is done for bile duct stones, jaundice from blockage.
Endoscope procedure to remove stones from or stent the bile duct.
Bile duct stones, jaundice from blockage.
Fasting; clotting tests.
Pancreatitis, bleeding, perforation (rare).
Often home the next day.
What is ercp stone removal?
Endoscope procedure to remove stones from or stent the bile duct.
Why is ercp stone removal done?
Bile duct stones, jaundice from blockage.
How do I prepare for ercp stone removal?
Fasting; clotting tests.
How long is recovery after ercp stone removal?
Often home the next day.
What are the risks of ercp stone removal?
Pancreatitis, bleeding, perforation (rare).
SI summary (own words); MedlinePlus (NLM) and NHS as references