BILIARY OBSTRUCTION
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New 'Smart' cut during ERCP aims to slash complication rates
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new way to open the bile duct during an ERCP procedure. Instead of the standard pull-type cut, doctors used a special hooked knife (ASD) designed to cut only the circular muscle layer, potentially causing less damage. Over 1,500 patients were randomly assigned…
Matched conditions: BILIARY OBSTRUCTION
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Military Medical Clinical Center of the Southern Region, Ukraine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Could an epinephrine shot prevent pancreatitis after ERCP?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether injecting epinephrine around the bile duct opening, combined with a standard rectal anti-inflammatory drug, could reduce pancreatitis after ERCP—a common procedure to treat bile duct blockages. Over 500 adults with a first-time ERCP took part. The goal w…
Matched conditions: BILIARY OBSTRUCTION
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Duzce University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:20 UTC
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New disposable scope cover may lower infection risk in gut procedures
Disease control CompletedThis study tested two types of endoscopes used in ERCP, a procedure to treat bile duct and pancreas problems. One scope had a single-use plastic cover on its tip, while the other was a standard reusable scope. Researchers compared how well each worked and how often complications …
Matched conditions: BILIARY OBSTRUCTION
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:07 UTC
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Extra fluids during ERCP may prevent pancreatitis, study finds
Prevention CompletedThis study looked at whether giving more IV fluids (aggressive hydration) during an ERCP procedure can prevent pancreatitis, a common complication. 126 adults having their first ERCP were randomly assigned to receive either standard or extra fluids. The goal was to see if extra f…
Matched conditions: BILIARY OBSTRUCTION
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore General Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Which drainage method is easier on patients? new study compares two procedures
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at 121 patients with blocked bile ducts (biliary obstruction) to see which drainage method—endoscopic (through a scope) or percutaneous (through the skin)—led to a better quality of life. Researchers measured changes in mobility, self-care, pain, and anxiety. Th…
Matched conditions: BILIARY OBSTRUCTION
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC