Question about ERCP.

[rox]

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1. How long does the procedure usually take?

2. Do you wear heavy(like the ones in cath lab) or light lead protectors?

 

[TXDO]

1. How long does the procedure usually take?

2. Do you wear heavy(like the ones in cath lab) or light lead protectors?

I realized that your question has not been relied yet since not everyone in here is GI doc. We have limited knowledge on this subject. 😱

 

[TXDO]

http://www.gastro.org/wmspage.cfm?parm1=860

Hope this could answer your questions.
🙂

 

[Vision]

Depend on indication of ERCP. Generally there is short exposure time (<5minutes) for routine stone cases. Remember, the only time you need it is the cholangiogram. Once get it, its pretty much done. I usually use the thinner one. Also remember the amount of radiation is proportional to the distance, so generally, I stand at least an arms length away from the patient.