Procedure Type
EndoscopicProcedure Duration
1 -2 hoursHospital Stay (Days)
1 DaysERCP is a specialized endoscopic technique used to diagnose and treat conditions of the bile ducts, pancreas, and gallbladder. It combines endoscopy with fluoroscopic imaging to allow doctors to view the bile and pancreatic ducts, identify blockages or stones, and perform treatments like stenting or dilation in the same session.
During ERCP, the doctor inserts a thin, flexible endoscope through the mouth, down the esophagus, and into the duodenum. A small tube (catheter) is passed through the scope to inject contrast dye into the bile and pancreatic ducts. X-rays are taken to locate any abnormalities, and treatment is performed immediately if needed.
ERCP is often used to treat bile duct stones, pancreatic strictures, bile leaks, blockages due to tumors, and chronic pancreatitis. It is also performed after gallbladder surgery when complications arise or to place stents to relieve ductal obstruction.
CHAIRMAN-GASTROENTEROLOGY
MBBS,MD Medicine,DM Gastroenterology
Unlike diagnostic-only endoscopies, ERCP allows both diagnosis and treatment in a single procedure. It can be life-saving in cases of obstructive jaundice or acute cholangitis and avoids the need for open surgery in many cases. Therapeutic ERCP includes stone removal, stenting, balloon dilation, and drainage.
ERCP is typically recommended when imaging tests like ultrasound, CT, or MRI show abnormalities in the ducts or when symptoms suggest obstruction, infection, or injury to the bile or pancreatic ducts. It is suitable for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes in adults and selected pediatric cases.
After the ERCP, patients are monitored for a few hours. Some mild throat discomfort or bloating may occur. Most individuals can go home the same day unless complications arise. Doctors provide diet and medication advice, and a follow-up may be scheduled to check recovery or stent position.
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