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Precise Endoscopic Application of Nitroglycerin in Preventing Post-ERCP Pancreatitis

RecruitingPhase 4Ages 18 Years - anyAllNational Cheng-Kung University Hospital
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is a technically demanding procedure combining endoscopy and fluoroscopy to diagnose and treat pancreaticobiliary disorders such as bile duct stones, strictures, and cholangitis. Despite its therapeutic value, ERCP carries a relatively high complication risk of about 10%, with severe complications occurring in roughly 24% of those affected and mortality rates between 0.2% and 0.7%. The most common and significant complication is post-ERCP pancreatitis (PEP), occurring in 2% to 10% of average patients and up to 40% or higher in high-risk groups. PEP ranges from mild, self-limiting inflammation to severe, life-threatening conditions including pancreatic necrosis and multi-organ failure. PEP arises from mechanical trauma, hydrostatic injury, chemical irritation, or infection during ERCP that activates inflammatory pathways within the pa

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๐Ÿ“‹ Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Eligible participants include patients aged โ‰ฅ 18 years who accept ERCP and sphincterotomy for common bile duct (CBD) stone extraction. Exclusion Criteria: * patients with pancreatic cancer * shock status (systolic blood pressure \< 90 mmHg or using inotropic agents) * allergy to NTG * angle-closure glaucoma * severe anemia * patients on PDE 5 inhibitors
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What it tests

  • Nitroglycerin (NTG)
  • Normal Saline (0.9% NaCl)
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Where

1 site
National Cheng Kung University Hospital
Tainan, Taiwan
๐Ÿค Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible โ€” always decide together with your own doctor.
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