Abstract
The use of selective therapeutic ERCP, indicated by ultrasonographically detected dilation of the common bile duct, is a safe procedure with low morbidity, no mortality and a significant reduction in the need for conversion to open cholecystectomy.
MeSH terms
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Cholangiopancreatography, Endoscopic Retrograde*
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Cholecystectomy, Laparoscopic
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Cholelithiasis / complications
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Cholelithiasis / diagnostic imaging*
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Cholelithiasis / therapy
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Gallstones / diagnostic imaging*
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Gallstones / therapy
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Humans
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Prospective Studies
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Sphincterotomy, Endoscopic
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Treatment Outcome
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Ultrasonography