AI learns to spot tricky bile duct cases before ERCP
NCT ID NCT07389915
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study aims to train a computer AI to predict when bile duct cannulation (a key step in ERCP) will be difficult. Researchers will collect images from 600 patients undergoing ERCP and use them to teach the AI to recognize signs of difficulty. If it works, the tool could help doctors plan better and reduce risks.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this AI tool could help doctors anticipate and prepare for difficult bile duct access during ERCP, potentially reducing complications.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early-stage observational study. The AI's predictions may not be accurate enough for real-world use, and the model needs further validation.
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