Diagnostic and Therapeutic Value of ERCP in Acute Cholangitis

Table 3

Endoscopic procedures performed. 𝑁: 50 (more than one method is used in some cases).

	𝑛 (%)
Endoscopic sphincterotomy, lithotripsy, and stone extraction with balloon or basket catheter.	41 (82%)
Stenting	17 (34%)
Precut sphincterotomy	4 (8%)
Nasobiliary drainage	2 (4%)
Failed intervention	1 (1%)
Biliary stone that could not be extracted endoscopically (referred for surgery)	2 (4%)