title: Glucagon as a hypotonic agent in cholangiography.
abstract: The effects of Glucagon on 35 cholangiographic studies was examined. Relief of spasm at the choledochoduodenal sphincter resulted in consistently improved demonstration of this area. Diminished spasm-induced pain was also recorded. The use of intravenous Glucagon is recommended for cholangiographic studies where there is total biliary obstruction, or where there is unsatisfactory demonstration of the choledocho-duodenal area.
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D002758:Cholangiography / Q000379:methods*; D005260:Female; D005934:Glucagon / Q000494:pharmacology; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009129:Muscle Tonus / Q000187:drug effects; D013997:Time Factors
chemical_list: D005934:Glucagon