A comparison of two types of contrast media used in endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography: A retrospective study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Post-endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) pancreatitis (PEP) is one of the most serious complications of ERCP. Various procedures can reduce the incidence of PEP, such as wire-guided cannulation, prophylactic pancreatic stent placement, and pretreatment anal insertion of NSAIDs. Recently, iso-osmolar contrast media (IOCM) have been used for ERCP in several hospitals to reduce the risk of PEP in Japan. However, the effect of IOCM is uncertain because few reports have examined IOCM in relation to PEP.

Aim

This study aimed to investigate the relationship between contrast media used and the incidence of PEP.

Methods

This retrospective study included all qualifying patients who had undergone ERCP at Hamamatsu University Hospital between January

SUBMITTER: Matsuura T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9821475 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature