Expert Video - How should patients prepare for an ERCP?
Pancreatic disease specialists discuss how patients should best prepare for an ERCP procedure and what to expect, including no eating or drinking before ERCP, a thorough understanding of the patient’s medical history, and restriction of certain medications. This will be determined by your doctor. They emphasize the importance of communication between the patient, specialist and primary care provider as part of the preparation plan, so that everybody involved has complete understanding of what is expected going into the procedure.
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Animation - Understanding ERCP
Slide Show - Understanding ERCP
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What is endoscopy?
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What is ERCP?
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When is ERCP used?
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How should patients prepare for an ERCP?
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What follow-up care is required after an ERCP?
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How is an ERCP performed?
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What are the risks of ERCP?
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What are the benefits of ERCP?
