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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