Testing the best way to evaluate suspected bile duct stones
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial studies how doctors should best check and manage people with suspected bile duct stones. It may help improve the accuracy and safety of next-step testing and treatment.
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Who can take part
- You’re 18 years or older
- You currently have suspected bile duct stones (choledocholithiasis)
- You are able and willing to sign consent to participate
- You do not have suspected or confirmed infection of the bile duct (cholangitis)
- You have not had an ERCP procedure with a cut to the duct valve (sphincterotomy) in the past
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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