ERCP

If you’ve been diagnosed with a condition affecting your pancreas or bile ducts, your gastroenterologist in Raleigh may have suggested an ERCP procedure — short for Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography.  It’s natural to have questions and concerns about what to expect. We’ll guide you through seven key aspects of an ERCP procedure, addressing topics including what happens, […]

What is an ERCP? Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography. We know. That’s a mouthful. That’s why the procedure is known by its acronym, ERCP.  An ERCP is an important medical tool for diagnosing and treating pancreatitis as well as other conditions such as: Gallstones Inflamed gallbladders Bile duct blockages Pancreatic cancer In this blog, we’ll concentrate on […]