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 ...

The most common location in the fallopian tube for ectopic pregnancies to occur is the ampulla (70.0%); other locations, such as the isthmus (12.0%), the fimbria (11.1%) and the cornua (2.4%), are ...

At ERCP, mucin can be seen extruding from the ampulla of Vater, a so called “fish-eye” lesion that is virtually diagnostic of IPMN. Initial reports suggested a male predominance, but more recent ...

2008;23(3):344-347. There have been several efforts to develop an effective preventive strategy that will eliminate or reduce the risk or severity of post-ERCP pancreatitis. Most of the ...

How much radiation may I get in ERCP? With an average workload, less than 2 mSv per year should be anticipated for a person using a lead apron and practicing radiation protection norms. It is ...

What is significant about an ampulla and spoon? Watch The Reverend Dr James Hawkey, Canon Theologian and Almoner, explain the most symbolic and sacred part of the coronation. You are unable to view ...