Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Endoscopic Procedures V: ERCP01:26

Endoscopic Procedures V: ERCP

107
Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is a diagnostic procedure that combines endoscopy and fluoroscopy to diagnose and treat conditions related to the bile ducts, pancreatic ducts, and gallbladder. This procedure is beneficial for identifying and addressing blockages, gallstones, strictures, and tumors within the biliary or pancreatic systems. ERCP is both diagnostic and therapeutic, offering the ability to visualize and treat identified problems in one session.
Patient...
107
Endoscopic Procedures I: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy01:29

Endoscopic Procedures I: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy

71
An Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) is a diagnostic procedure in which an endoscopist uses a flexible, lighted endoscope to visualize the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract. The procedure includes visualizing the oropharynx, esophagus, stomach, and the first part of the small intestine, the duodenum.
During an EGD, the endoscope can be used to:
71
Endoscopic Procedures III: Video Capsule Endoscopy01:28

Endoscopic Procedures III: Video Capsule Endoscopy

81
Capsule endoscopy, or wireless or video capsule endoscopy, is a diagnostic procedure for examining the entire gastrointestinal tract. Patients swallow a capsule about the size of a vitamin tablet. The capsule is equipped with a transmitter, a battery, an LED light source, and a color video camera to capture images throughout the gastrointestinal tract. This procedure is particularly useful for diagnosing conditions such as Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, tumors, polyps, ulcers,...
81
Chronic Pancreatitis II: Collaborative Care01:29

Chronic Pancreatitis II: Collaborative Care

70
The management of chronic pancreatitis is multifaceted, involving a comprehensive approach that includes thorough assessment, diagnostic testing, and a variety of management strategies.
Assessment:
70
Endoscopic Studies I: Bronchoscopy and Thoracoscopy01:30

Endoscopic Studies I: Bronchoscopy and Thoracoscopy

173
Endoscopy is a non-surgical medical technique used to examine a person's internal organs and vessels. This lesson will focus on two types of endoscopic studies: bronchoscopy and thoracoscopy.
Bronchoscopy
Description
Bronchoscopy is a procedure that involves direct visualization of the larynx, trachea, and bronchi for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. A flexible fiber optic or rigid bronchoscope is used to carry out the procedure. The fiber-optic bronchoscope is more frequently used due...
173
Lower GI Series: Barium Enema01:23

Lower GI Series: Barium Enema

194
A Barium Enema, or a lower GI series, is a specialized radiographic examination designed to visualize the lower gastrointestinal tract, specifically the colon and rectum. This procedure is instrumental in diagnosing various conditions such as colorectal cancer, polyps, diverticulosis, and inflammatory bowel disease.
Procedure Details
The examination begins by inserting a lubricated rectal tube into the patient's rectum to administer a radiopaque barium solution. The barium flow is carefully...
194

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Usability of a novel cholangiopancreatoscope for tumor detection and stone management.

VideoGIE : an official video journal of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy·2026
Same author

Classification of Biliary Strictures Using Real-Time Cholangioscopy Artificial Intelligence: The SMART-AI Trial.

Clinical gastroenterology and hepatology : the official clinical practice journal of the American Gastroenterological Association·2026
Same author

Evaluation of the envision endoscopy SimpleStitch suturing system for closure of gastrointestinal defects in a porcine model.

Surgical endoscopy·2026
Same author

EUS-based shear wave elastography of the spleen for detection of clinically significant portal hypertension.

iGIE : innovation, investigation and insights·2026
Same author

Transgastric versus transduodenal endoscopic ultrasound-guided gallbladder drainage: an observational study.

Surgical endoscopy·2026
Same author

Personalized Acute Upper GI Bleeding Diagnostics for Patients at Highest Risk for Endoscopy: Real-World Experience of a Novel, Binary, Bedside Gastric Blood Detection Device.

Journal of personalized medicine·2025

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jun 8, 2025

Endoscopic Ultrasound-Guided Biliary Drainage: Endoscopic Ultrasound-Guided Hepaticogastrostomy in Malignant Biliary Obstruction
07:44

Endoscopic Ultrasound-Guided Biliary Drainage: Endoscopic Ultrasound-Guided Hepaticogastrostomy in Malignant Biliary Obstruction

Published on: March 25, 2022

5.7K

Biliary Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography.

Jad P AbiMansour1, John A Martin1

  • 1Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Internal Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA.

Gastroenterology Clinics of North America
|November 3, 2024
PubMed
Summary

Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) remains a vital minimally invasive treatment for biliary diseases. While diagnostic uses have declined, its therapeutic applications are still in high demand for various conditions.

Keywords:
Ascending cholangitisCholangiopancreatographyCholedocholithiasisDuodenoscopeEndoscopic retrograde

More Related Videos

Laparoscopic Common Bile Duct Exploration in Patients with a Previous History of Biliary Tract Surgery
07:36

Laparoscopic Common Bile Duct Exploration in Patients with a Previous History of Biliary Tract Surgery

Published on: February 10, 2023

1.7K
Application of Robot-assisted Pancreaticobiliary Junction Resection in Benign Duodenal Tumors
03:37

Application of Robot-assisted Pancreaticobiliary Junction Resection in Benign Duodenal Tumors

Published on: December 20, 2024

486

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jun 8, 2025

Endoscopic Ultrasound-Guided Biliary Drainage: Endoscopic Ultrasound-Guided Hepaticogastrostomy in Malignant Biliary Obstruction
07:44

Endoscopic Ultrasound-Guided Biliary Drainage: Endoscopic Ultrasound-Guided Hepaticogastrostomy in Malignant Biliary Obstruction

Published on: March 25, 2022

5.7K
Laparoscopic Common Bile Duct Exploration in Patients with a Previous History of Biliary Tract Surgery
07:36

Laparoscopic Common Bile Duct Exploration in Patients with a Previous History of Biliary Tract Surgery

Published on: February 10, 2023

1.7K
Application of Robot-assisted Pancreaticobiliary Junction Resection in Benign Duodenal Tumors
03:37

Application of Robot-assisted Pancreaticobiliary Junction Resection in Benign Duodenal Tumors

Published on: December 20, 2024

486

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Hepatology
  • Endoscopic Procedures

Background:

  • Biliary endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) has been a cornerstone in managing biliary tract diseases since 1968.
  • ERCP is a minimally invasive technique for diagnosing and treating benign, malignant, and iatrogenic biliary pathologies.
  • Advanced imaging like endoscopic ultrasound and magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography have largely superseded ERCP's diagnostic capabilities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the fundamental principles of ERCP.
  • To outline common indications and contraindications for ERCP procedures.
  • To discuss potential adverse events associated with ERCP.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature and clinical guidelines on ERCP.
  • Synthesis of information regarding ERCP's historical development and current applications.
  • Compilation of data on indications, contraindications, and complications.

Main Results:

  • ERCP's diagnostic utility has diminished due to superior imaging technologies.
  • Therapeutic ERCP procedures continue to be frequently performed and are essential for managing biliary conditions.
  • Familiarity with ERCP principles, indications, contraindications, and adverse events is crucial for clinicians.

Conclusions:

  • ERCP has evolved from a diagnostic tool to a primarily therapeutic intervention for biliary diseases.
  • Despite advancements in imaging, ERCP remains indispensable for specific therapeutic interventions in the biliary system.
  • Endoscopists and referring physicians require comprehensive knowledge of ERCP for safe and effective patient care.