How is an ERCP procedure done?

How is an ERCP procedure done?

During an ERCP, the doctor uses a special narrow, flexible tube (endoscope) that has a video camera. While the child is asleep, the tube is placed through the child’s mouth into the upper digestive system. Contrast dye with X-rays allow the doctor to see stones, abnormal narrowing or blockages in the ducts.

How do you prepare a patient for ERCP?

1. You may have diet and/or medication restrictions the week before the ERCP test.
2. You will not be allowed any heavy meal for at least 8 hours before the procedure, light meals or opaque liquids for 6 hours before, or clear liquids for at least 2 hours before.
3. Plan to take the day off from work.

Is ERCP a sterile procedure?

Scrubs or other attire may be worn from home because endoscopy is not a sterile procedure.

What are indications for ERCP?

ERCP indications include obstructive jaundice, biliary or pancreatic ductal system disease treatment or tissue sampling, suspicion for pancreatic cancer, pancreatitis of unknown cause, manometry for sphincter of Oddi, nasobiliary drainage, biliary stenting for strictures and leakage, drainage of pancreatic pseudocysts.

Is ERCP painful?

Although many people worry about discomfort from the endoscopy, most people tolerate it well and feel fine afterwards. Medications will be given through the IV line during the procedure. A plastic mouth guard is placed between the teeth to prevent damage to the teeth and endoscope.

Are you awake during ERCP?

ERCP is usually an outpatient procedure, which means you go home the same day. The procedure can take one to two hours. You’ll receive IV anesthesia (medicine to calm you). You’ll be awake for the procedure, but you probably won’t remember any of it.

Is an ERCP painful?

ERCP is performed in a room that contains X-ray equipment. You will lie on a special table, and you may be positioned on your left side, prone (facing down), or supine (facing up). Although many people worry about discomfort from the endoscopy, most people tolerate it well and feel fine afterwards.

How do you know your bile duct is blocked?

What are the symptoms of biliary obstruction?

1. light-colored stools.
2. dark urine.
3. jaundice (yellowish eyes or skin)
4. pain in the upper right side of the abdomen.
5. nausea.
6. vomiting.
7. weight loss.
8. itching.