ERCP and Stenting (A)

Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and Stenting (A) is a minimally invasive procedure used to diagnose and treat conditions affecting the bile ducts and pancreatic duct. During the test, a flexible endoscope is inserted through the mouth and into the duodenum to inject contrast dye, allowing for imaging of the ducts, while a stent may be placed to relieve blockages or strictures. This procedure can help alleviate symptoms such as jaundice and abdominal pain, and it is typically performed under sedation for patient comfort.