Bile duct opening procedure for gallstone pancreatitis in patients unfit for surgery
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study is testing whether doing a small cut in the bile duct opening (a procedure called sphincterotomy) before surgery can help people with pancreatitis caused by gallstones, especially when they are too ill for surgery. The aim is to see if this preventive step can reduce complications or improve recovery.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older
- You must have acute pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas), with symptoms like belly pain, high enzyme levels, or imaging changes
- Your pancreatitis is likely caused by gallstones or bile duct issues
- You are not a candidate for surgery because of other severe health conditions
- You haven't had your gallbladder removed or any previous endoscopic procedures on 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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