Percutaneous papillary balloon dilation is a safe, effective option for treating common bile duct stones when endoscopy or surgery isn’t viable.
- Successful stone clearance rates were notable, supporting its efficacy.
- Complication rates remained low, indicating a favorable safety profile.
Surgeons should consider this technique for patients unable to undergo standard procedures, enhancing treatment options.
Systematic Review by Sun Y, Wang W, Li Y and Wang W in BMC Gastroenterol
