CHOLEDOCHOLITHIASIS

This study looked at whether placing a temporary plastic tube (stent) in the bile duct after removing all gallstones helps prevent new stones from forming before gallbladder removal surgery. 200 adults with both gallbladder and bile duct stones took part. Half got the stent, half…

This study looked at 400 people with liver cirrhosis who had large or complex bile duct stones that couldn't be removed during a first procedure. Researchers compared using one or two plastic stents to see which approach worked best for clearing the stones in a follow-up procedur…

This study tested whether giving more IV fluids (lactated Ringer's solution) during and after an ERCP procedure can prevent pancreatitis, a common complication. 126 adults having their first ERCP were randomly assigned to receive either standard or aggressive hydration. The goal …

This study tested a new method called Antegrade Sphincterotomy Dovbenko (ASD) against the standard pull-type technique for opening the bile duct during an ERCP procedure. Over 1,500 patients with gallstones or bile duct blockages took part. The goal was to see if the new method c…

This study looked at over 1,400 patients with acute cholangitis (a bile duct infection) who had an ERCP procedure. Researchers analyzed bile samples to identify which bacteria were present and whether they were resistant to common antibiotics. The goal was to understand resistanc…

This study looked at 319 adults who needed an ERCP, a procedure to diagnose or treat bile duct and pancreatic problems. Researchers compared two types of endoscopes: one with a single-use disposable cover and a standard reusable one. The goal was to see if the disposable cover le…

This study looked at whether using a tiny ultrasound probe inside the bile duct (IDUS) during a procedure to remove gallstones (ERCP) can help prevent stones from returning in people at high risk. 248 adults with large or multiple gallstones were randomly assigned to get IDUS or …