Complications of endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography: how to avoid and manage them.
Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is a therapeutic procedure used to treat problems associated with biliary and pancreatic diseases. The benefits of ERCP over surgical treatment are well documented; however, complications including infection, pancreatitis, hemorrhage, and perforation can occur even in expert hands. Several factors, such as patient selection, skill of the operator, and the complexity of the procedure, can add to the intrinsic risks of ERCP This review outlines the current knowledge regarding ERCP complications and solutions for improved outcomes.
Dr. Szary is an Advanced Endoscopy Fellow and Dr. Al-Kawas is a Professor of Medicine and Chief of Endoscopy in the Division of Gastroenterology at Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC.
Nicholas M
NM
Szary
Dr. Szary is an Advanced Endoscopy Fellow and Dr. Al-Kawas is a Professor of Medicine and Chief of Endoscopy in the Division of Gastroenterology at Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC.
Firas H
FH
Al-Kawas
ERCP; post-ERCP hemorrhage; post-ERCP infection; post-ERCP pancreatitis; post-ERCP perforation