Abstract
Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) plays an important diagnostic and potentially therapeutic role in the management of a broad range of biliary and pancreatic disorders. However, it is an invasive procedure with an associated complication rate in the vicinity of 5% to 15% and mortality rate of 1%. We present an unusual case of a patient who sustained a stent-related duodenal perforation after undergoing ERCP. We reviewed the current literature in regard to risk factors, etiology, diagnosis, management, and prognosis of ERCP-related perforations, aiming to provide a brief, updated overview of this devastating complication.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 608-610 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Surgical Laparoscopy, Endoscopy and Percutaneous Techniques |
Volume | 18 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Dec 2008 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Duodenum
- ERCP
- Perforation
- Stent