Implementing trans-cystic biliary stenting during acute cholecystectomy significantly reduced the median total hospital stay from six to five days for patients needing both endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and cholecystectomy. The stenting process was efficient, with 22 out of 23 attempts successful and a median insertion time of 14 minutes. Post-stenting, outpatient ERCP cases increased dramatically, and complications were absent, showcasing the effectiveness of this quality improvement initiative.
Journal Article by Bull N, Ashton P (…) Loveday BPT et 3 al. in ANZ J Surg
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