Study of a new scope for bile duct problems
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests a special scope that helps doctors see inside the bile duct during an ERCP procedure. It may help people with blocked bile ducts that can't be treated with standard methods.
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Who can take part
- You are 21 years or older.
- You need an ERCP procedure to look at a bile duct narrowing or to remove a stone that couldn't be taken out before.
- You are willing to follow the study plan and attend follow-up visits.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You can stop blood-thinning medications (except for aspirin 81mg) before the procedure.
- You do not have a serious bleeding problem or active infection in the bile duct.
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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