ERCP
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Advanced ERCP Treatment in Surat – By Dr. Saurabh Agarwal
If you’re suffering from unexplained abdominal pain, jaundice, or suspected bile duct issues, ERCP might be the essential diagnostic and therapeutic solution you need. At Surat Gastro Centre, renowned Gastroenterologist and Endoscopist Dr. Saurabh Agarwal performs ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography) with precision, experience, and care.
What is ERCP?
ERCP is a highly specialized endoscopic procedure used to diagnose and treat problems of the bile ducts, gallbladder, liver, and pancreas. It combines endoscopy and fluoroscopy to provide a visual map of your digestive system’s complex ducts.
This advanced procedure allows both diagnosis and immediate treatment in a single session, making it highly effective in managing serious gastrointestinal conditions.
Conditions Treated with ERCP:
- Gallstones stuck in the bile duct
- Bile duct obstruction
- Pancreatic duct abnormalities
- Chronic pancreatitis
- Tumors or cancers in the bile ducts or pancreas
- Bile leaks after gallbladder surgery
- Strictures (narrowing) of ducts
How the ERCP Procedure Works:
- Preparation: You’ll be sedated to ensure comfort.
- Endoscope Insertion: A thin, flexible tube (endoscope) is passed through the mouth into the stomach and duodenum.
- Dye Injection: A contrast dye is injected into the bile or pancreatic ducts.
- X-ray Imaging: Fluoroscopy captures live X-ray images of the ducts.
- Therapeutic Steps (if needed): Removal of stones, placement of stents, or dilation of narrowed ducts.