Abstract
Endoscopic sphincterotomy with stone extraction has been successful in the majority of patients with biliary stones; however, large biliary stones and pancreatic stones in the smaller pancreatic duct may require a new approach. Pulsed dye laser has proven effective in treating pancreatic duct calculi during ERCP. With an outpatient procedure to eliminate pancreatic duct calculi, patients can be treated safely and effectively without major surgery. The procedure is less invasive for the patient, thereby reducing morbidity and expense.
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