New study aims to make bile duct drainage safer
NCT ID NCT06620328
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests two methods for widening a blocked bile duct during a special endoscopy procedure. One method uses a mechanical dilator, the other uses an electrocautery device. The goal is to see which causes less bleeding. The trial will involve 64 patients who cannot have standard ERCP or have other reasons for this approach.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a safer, less risky way to drain blocked bile ducts during endoscopy.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 64 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The main risk is bleeding, which is what the study is trying to reduce.
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National Taiwan University Hospital
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