Does endoscopic sphincterotomy reduce the risk of post‐endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography pancreatitis after biliary stenting? A systematic review and meta‐analysis

Volume: 28, Issue: 4, Pages: 394 - 404
Published: May 1, 2016
Abstract
Background and Aim Endoscopic biliary sphincterotomy (ES) is often carried out prior to placement of a biliary stent apparently to reduce the risk of post-endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) pancreatitis (PEP). However, the protective effect of ES prior to biliary stenting is controversial. The objective of this meta-analysis is to compare the risk of PEP and other complications after the placement of biliary stent with or...
Paper Details
Title
Does endoscopic sphincterotomy reduce the risk of post‐endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography pancreatitis after biliary stenting? A systematic review and meta‐analysis
Published Date
May 1, 2016
Volume
28
Issue
4
Pages
394 - 404
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