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Which stent works best for tough bile duct stones in cirrhosis patients?
Disease control CompletedThis 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 four different types of plastic stents to see which one helped clear the stones best during a second procedure an…
Matched conditions: CHOLEDOCHOLITHIASIS
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Liver Institute, Egypt • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:30 UTC
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Can a tiny stent keep bile duct stones away before surgery?
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether placing a temporary plastic stent in the bile duct after removing stones can stop new stones from forming before gallbladder removal. 200 adults with both gallbladder and bile duct stones took part. The goal was to see if the stent reduces stone retur…
Matched conditions: CHOLEDOCHOLITHIASIS
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Liver Institute, Egypt • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 22, 2026 14:04 UTC
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Extra fluids during ERCP may prevent pancreatitis, study finds
Prevention CompletedThis 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 …
Matched conditions: CHOLEDOCHOLITHIASIS
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore General Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:10 UTC
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New ERCP technique may reduce complications in gallstone treatment
Symptom relief CompletedThis 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…
Matched conditions: CHOLEDOCHOLITHIASIS
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Military Medical Clinical Center of the Southern Region, Ukraine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New study reveals antibiotic resistance patterns in bile duct infections
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 1435 patients with a bile duct infection called acute cholangitis who had a procedure called ERCP. Researchers analyzed bile samples to understand which bacteria were causing the infections and whether they were resistant to common antibiotics. The goal was t…
Matched conditions: CHOLEDOCHOLITHIASIS
Sponsor: Emergency County Hospital Pius Brinzeu; Timisoara, Romania • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:31 UTC
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Which scope is safer for ERCP? new study weighs in
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 319 adults having a procedure called ERCP, which helps diagnose and treat problems in the bile ducts and pancreas. Researchers compared a standard reusable endoscope with one that has a single-use disposable cover to see if one caused fewer complications like…
Matched conditions: CHOLEDOCHOLITHIASIS
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:30 UTC
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Tiny tube tracks bile duct healing after gallstone removal
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 13 people aged 15 to 70 who had their gallbladder and bile duct stones removed. Right after surgery, doctors placed a small tube in the bile duct to measure pressure, then checked it weekly for six weeks. The goal was to understand how the bile duct heals and…
Matched conditions: CHOLEDOCHOLITHIASIS
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital General de Chihuahua - Dr. Salvador Zubirán Anchondo • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:30 UTC
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Ultrasound-Guided stone removal may prevent recurrence in High-Risk patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 248 adults at high risk for bile duct stones returning after a standard removal procedure (ERCP). Half had an extra ultrasound test (IDUS) during the procedure to see if it helped reduce stone recurrence or other complications. Researchers tracked outcomes li…
Matched conditions: CHOLEDOCHOLITHIASIS
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shanghai Municipal Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 04:38 UTC