Effective Removal Methods for Common Bile Duct Stones
10.15279/kpba.2023.28.4.103
- Author:
Younghun JEON
1
;
Hoonsub SO
;
Sung Woo KO
Author Information
1. Department of Internal Medicine, Ulsan University Hospital, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Ulsan, Korea
- Publication Type:Review Article
- From:Korean Journal of Pancreas and Biliary Tract
2023;28(4):103-107
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
-
Abstract:
Choledocholithiasis carries a risk of developing biliary obstruction, acute cholangitis, and pancreatitis. Therefore, removal is recommended even in asymptomatic patients. Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is regarded as the standard of treatment for choledocholithiasis nowadays. However, ERCP can accompany severe complications such as bleeding, ERCP-associated pancreatitis, cholangitis, and perforations. It is important for endoscopists to know how to remove choledocholithiasis effectively while minimizing adverse events. In this review, we will go over the technical aspects and various accessories to effectively remove choledocholithiasis.
