ASGE Postgraduate Course at ACG 2022: Expanding the Scope of Fundamental and Advanced Endoscopy | October 2022-3

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Video Summary

In this video, Prabdhin Chahal discusses the use of dilating balloons for the management of common bile duct stones. He emphasizes the importance of choosing the right size balloon and provides practical tips for using this technique. Chahal cites various studies and guidelines that support the use of endoscopic papillary large balloon dilation for complicated or large bile duct stones. He also compares it to alternative techniques such as cholangioscopy and discusses the adoption and maintenance costs. Chahal concludes by sharing his recommended practice for different stone sizes and suggests considering the placement of stents if complete clearance is not achieved.

Keywords

dilating balloons

common bile duct stones

endoscopic papillary large balloon dilation

cholangioscopy

stone sizes