ERCP often provides the most detailed and dynamic images of the biliary tree. During the retrograde injection of contrast, multiple radiographs of the biliary tree can be obtained. More importantly, ...

ERCP is used primarily to diagnose and treat conditions of the bile ducts and pancreas. ERCP combines the use of x-rays and an endoscope, which is a long, flexible, lighted tube. Through the endoscope ...

Determining whether biliary strictures are benign or malignant often is critical for planning therapy. Researchers in Germany prospectively compared the diagnostic yield of tissue sampling techniques ...

Hilar cholangiocarcinoma has a poor prognosis and surgery remains the only curative option. However, few patients are diagnosed at a curable stage and palliative therapies are, therefore, mandatory.