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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology and Hepatology
    • Interventional Endoscopy
    • Biliary Tract Interventions

    Background:

    • Choledocholithiasis (common bile duct stones) is a frequent clinical problem.
    • Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is the primary treatment for bile duct stone clearance.
    • Failed stone clearance during ERCP necessitates alternative management strategies, particularly in elderly and comorbid patients.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the safety and efficacy of biliary endoprostheses (stents) for managing retained common bile duct stones after failed ERCP stone clearance.
    • To assess the need for urgent surgical intervention and patient outcomes in this cohort.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of 85 patients with retained common bile duct stones after initial ERCP.
    • Placement of 7-French double pigtail stents in patients with persistent stones.
    • Subsequent ERCPs at 2-3 month intervals, with options for mechanical lithotripsy, ESWL, or dissolution therapy; long-term stenting for frail patients.

    Main Results:

    • 84 of 85 patients experienced resolution of acute illness; significant improvements in bilirubin and alkaline phosphatase levels were observed.
    • 50 of 79 patients achieved successful stone clearance, with most requiring multiple ERCP sessions (68% needed two, 20% three).
    • 26 patients maintained long-term biliary drainage with stents in situ (>12 months); 3 patients were referred for surgery.

    Conclusions:

    • Placement of a single 7-French biliary stent after failed common bile duct stone clearance is safe and effective.
    • Biliary stenting provides adequate drainage, prevents urgent surgical intervention, and facilitates staged management of retained stones.
    • This approach is particularly beneficial for elderly and critically ill patients, allowing transfer to specialized centers.