ERCP wire systems: The long and the short of it

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World Journal of Gastroenterology

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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

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

Reddy SC, Draganov PV. ERCP wire systems: The long and the short of it. World J Gastroenterol 2009; 15(1): 55-60 [PMID: 19115468 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.15.55]

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