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ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)

Specialized endoscopic intervention to remove bile duct stones, treat obstructive jaundice, and place biliary stents.

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About ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)

ERCP is an advanced combined endoscopic and fluoroscopic X-ray procedure used to diagnose and treat diseases of the bile ducts, gallbladder, and pancreas.

Under high-definition imaging, a side-viewing duodenoscope is passed into the duodenum, where the ampulla of Vater is cannulated, stones extracted, and plastic or metal stents deployed.

Provides immediate relief from obstructive jaundice with reduced hospital stays compared to traditional open surgery.

Key Patient Benefits

Non-surgical bile duct stone extraction
Biliary & pancreatic duct stenting for jaundice relief
Fast recovery compared to open surgery
Performed by DM-trained Gastroenterologists

Patient Preparation Instructions

1

Strict overnight fasting (6 - 8 hours).

2

Review of blood coagulation profiles (PT/INR) prior to procedure.

3

Discontinue antiplatelet or anticoagulant medications as advised.

Post-Procedure Care & Discharge Guidelines

Observation in daycare or IPD for 4 - 6 hours.
Gradual return to clear liquids and soft diet as tolerated.
When do I know the results?Immediate preliminary fluoroscopy results; full discharge summary on same day.

Procedure Overview

Procedure Type:Therapeutic
Average Duration:30 - 60 minutes
Anesthesia / Sedation:Monitored Conscious Sedation
Department:Gastroenterology

Specialist Performing Procedure

Dr. Gursewak Singh

Dr. Gursewak Singh

Director & Senior Consultant Gastroenterologist

MBBS, MD, DM Gastroenterology (PGI Chandigarh)