Bile Duct Stone

Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is a specialized procedure performed at the hospital to evaluate and treat problems of the bile duct or pancreas duct.  Our physicians will use a special endoscope and fluoroscopy (x-ray) to look for problems in the bile ducts (ie a stone or blockage).  In addition,  problems can frequently be removed or improved.  You will be given a deeper form of sedation for this more complex procedure.  Patients usually do not remember the procedure.

More information about ERCP is available at

American Society Gastroinestinal Endoscopy  and

American Gastroenterology Association