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World J Gastroenterol. Jan 7, 2009; 15(1): 55-60
Published online Jan 7, 2009. doi: 10.3748/wjg.15.55
Published online Jan 7, 2009. doi: 10.3748/wjg.15.55
Table 2 Short-wire system potential advantages
Advantages |
Reduced exchange times |
Reduced stent insertion times |
Maintenance of ductal access |
Reduction of sedation and fluoroscopy time |
Increased endoscopist control of cannulation |
Locking of wire in position to increase stability |
Decreased rates of post-ERCP pancreatitis |
Decreased trauma when ampullary surface is manipulated |
Reduced rates of wire adjustments |
Aids in stricture access |
Allows placements of multiple stents (Fusion system only) |
- Citation: Reddy SC, Draganov PV. ERCP wire systems: The long and the short of it. World J Gastroenterol 2009; 15(1): 55-60
- URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/1007-9327/full/v15/i1/55.htm
- DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.3748/wjg.15.55