Is There a Role for ERCP in the Management of Gallstone Pancreatitis in Children? A Western Pediatric Surgery Research Consortium Study
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This multi-center study examines the role of ERCP in managing gallstone pancreatitis in pediatric patients, investigating whether clinical predictors of choledocholithiasis correlate with endoscopic findings. The research addresses a gap in pediatric evidence, as current management guidelines are primarily based on adult data with limited pediatric validation.
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- Adult GP guidelines recommend ERCP for persistent biliary obstruction, but pediatric evidence is limited by small sample sizes.
- Study investigates whether predictive factors for choledocholithiasis correlate with ERCP stone findings in pediatric gallstone pancreatitis.
- Aims to clarify ERCP's role in pediatric GP management by examining correlation between clinical predictors and endoscopic findings.
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How to cite: GlobalCastMD. Is There a Role for ERCP in the Management of Gallstone Pancreatitis in Children? A Western Pediatric Surgery Research Consortium Study. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2025-08-18. https://library.globalcastmd.com/article/10822
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