Percutaneous papillary balloon dilation is a safe, effective option for treating common bile duct stones when endoscopy or surgery isn’t viable.
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
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