ACUTE CHOLECYSTITIS

This study looks at 64 adults with moderate to severe gallbladder inflammation who need a drainage tube before surgery. Half will have their gallbladder removed during the same hospital stay, and the other half will wait over 6 weeks. The goal is to see which timing leads to fewe…

This study tests whether a procedure called endoscopic ultrasound-guided gallbladder drainage (EUS-GBD) is better than starting with antibiotics for people with mild to moderate gallbladder inflammation who are too high-risk for surgery. About 110 very high-risk patients will be …

This study compares two types of ultrasound-guided nerve blocks to see which provides better pain relief after laparoscopic gallbladder removal. About 70 adults having this surgery will receive one of the two blocks. The goal is to reduce pain and the need for strong painkillers …

This study is testing a new, faster MRI scan for the abdomen and pelvis that uses artificial intelligence to create clear images. About 300 adults who need an MRI as part of their regular care will get both the standard scan and the faster one. The goal is to see if the fast scan…

This study is a registry that follows 510 adults who receive therapeutic endoscopic ultrasound (T-EUS) for conditions like blocked bile ducts, pancreatic fluid collections, or stomach blockages. Researchers will track how well these procedures work and any complications, comparin…