ERCP Surgery – A Complete Guide to Biliary and Pancreatic Access

ERCP – A Gateway to Biliary & Pancreatic Diagnosis

Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is a combined endoscopic and imaging procedure used to diagnose and treat problems in the bile ducts and pancreatic ducts. It involves using a flexible endoscope and contrast dye to visualize the ducts under X-ray. ERCP helps identify blockages, stones, strictures, or tumors in the biliary or pancreatic system.

ERCP Surgery History

ERCP was first introduced in the late 1960s as a diagnostic imaging tool for the biliary system. With the advancement of endoscopic accessories, it evolved into a therapeutic procedure by the 1970s. Innovations like balloon dilators, stone retrieval devices, and stents expanded its treatment potential. Today, ERCP is a key intervention in managing biliary and pancreatic disorders worldwide.

Step-by-Step – How ERCP Is Performed

The procedure begins with the patient under conscious sedation or anesthesia. A duodenoscope is inserted through the mouth, guided through the stomach to the duodenum. Once the papilla is located, a cannula is inserted to access the bile or pancreatic duct. A contrast dye is injected to allow X-ray imaging of the ductal system. If needed, therapeutic devices are used to remove stones, place stents, or widen narrowed ducts. ERCP combines imaging and intervention in one session, offering both diagnosis and immediate treatment.

Essential Tools Behind Every ERCP

1. Duodenoscope
2. ERCP Catheter
3. Guide Wire
4. Biliary Stent
5. Sphincterotome
6. Stone Extraction Basket
7. Balloon Dilator
8. Injection Needle
9. Biliary Metal Stent
10. Contrast Media Injector

Top Countries Advancing ERCP Practice

• United States
• Japan
• Germany
• South Korea
• France

When Is ERCP Recommended?

• Suspected bile duct obstruction
• Jaundice due to stone or tumor
• Abnormal liver function tests
• Recurrent pancreatitis
• Evaluation of biliary leaks or strictures

Why ERCP Matters in Modern Medicine

• Provides both diagnosis and treatment in a single procedure
• Removes bile duct and pancreatic duct stones without open surgery
• Offers relief from jaundice by bypassing blocked bile ducts
• Enables accurate biopsy sampling for cancer diagnosis
• Reduces hospital stays compared to traditional surgical options

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