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Summary
This review focuses on therapeutic endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) for pancreatic diseases, excluding diagnostic procedures. It identifies future research directions for endoscopic interventions in treating pancreatic strictures, stones, and ductal disruptions.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Endoscopic interventions
- Pancreatic disease management
Context:
- Growing body of literature on endoscopic interventions for pancreatic diseases.
- Exclusion of diagnostic ERCP to focus on therapeutic applications.
- Inclusion of studies on strictures, recurrent pancreatitis, stones, and ductal disruption.
Purpose:
- To review clinical outcomes of therapeutic endoscopic interventions in pancreatic disease.
- To identify future research directions in therapeutic pancreatic endoscopy.
- To synthesize current evidence on managing pancreatic conditions via endoscopy.
Summary:
- This literature review concentrates on therapeutic endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) for pancreatic diseases, excluding purely diagnostic ERCP.
- The review encompasses studies addressing the endoscopic treatment of pancreatic strictures, recurrent pancreatitis, stones, and ductal disruption.
- Emphasis is placed on recent advancements in minimizing post-ERCP pancreatitis.
Impact:
- Provides a focused overview of therapeutic pancreatic endoscopy.
- Highlights key areas for future research and development in the field.
- Aims to guide clinicians and researchers in optimizing endoscopic management of pancreatic disorders.
