Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography ERCP in Indore
ERCP in Indore
Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is a specialized endoscopic procedure used to diagnose and treat conditions of the bile ducts and pancreas. Dr. Iqbal Nabi Qureshi specializes in performing ERCP procedures, offering advanced diagnostic and therapeutic options for patients with biliary and pancreatic disorders.
Procedure Overview: During an ERCP procedure, a flexible endoscope is inserted through the mouth and guided into the duodenum (the first part of the small intestine). Contrast dye is then injected into the bile ducts and pancreatic ducts, allowing for visualization of the ductal anatomy using X-ray imaging. Therapeutic interventions, such as removing gallstones, placing stents, or performing tissue biopsies, can be performed during the same procedure if necessary.
Indications for ERCP: ERCP is commonly used to diagnose and treat conditions such as gallstones, bile duct strictures or obstructions, pancreatic duct strictures or stones, pancreatic pseudocysts, biliary or pancreatic tumors, and sphincter of Oddi dysfunction. The procedure can help relieve symptoms such as abdominal pain, jaundice, pancreatitis, or bile duct obstruction and may be performed as part of a diagnostic workup or as a therapeutic intervention.
Expertise and Patient Care: With his expertise in gastroenterology and advanced endoscopic techniques, Dr. Qureshi provides compassionate and individualized care for patients undergoing ERCP procedures. He emphasizes patient comfort, safety, and thorough communication throughout the procedure, ensuring that patients and their families feel informed and supported every step of the way.
Follow-Up and Support: Following ERCP, Dr. Iqbal Nabi Qureshi offers ongoing follow-up care to monitor treatment efficacy, assess for any complications or adverse events, and address any concerns or questions that may arise. He collaborates closely with other healthcare providers, such as hepatobiliary surgeons or interventional radiologists, to coordinate comprehensive care for patients with complex biliary and pancreatic disorders.
FAQs
ERCP can diagnoseAERCP can diagnose and treat a variety of conditions affecting the bile ducts and pancreas, including gallstones, bile duct strictures or obstructions, pancreatic duct strictures or stones, pancreatic pseudocysts, biliary or pancreatic tumors, and sphincter of Oddi dysfunction. The procedure allows for both diagnostic imaging and therapeutic interventions to address underlying pathology and relieve symptoms. and treat various conditions affecting the bile ducts and pancreatic duct, including gallstones, strictures, tumors, cysts, pancreatitis, pancreatic pseudocysts, biliary obstruction, and pancreatic duct leaks. The procedure allows for both diagnostic imaging and therapeutic interventions to address these conditions effectively.
ERCP is typically performed under sedation or anesthesia to ensure patient comfort during the procedure. Most patients do not experience significant pain during the procedure itself, although some mild discomfort or bloating may occur afterward. Dr. Qureshi takes all necessary precautions to minimize discomfort and ensure patient safety throughout the ERCP procedure.
While ERCP is generally considered safe, it carries some risks, including pancreatitis, infection, bleeding, perforation of the bowel or bile ducts, reaction to contrast dye, or complications related to sedation or anesthesia. Dr. Qureshi carefully assesses each patient's risk factors and takes appropriate precautions to minimize these risks and ensure optimal outcomes.
Shalby Hospital
Near, Room No 106 , Shalby Hospital, Janjeerwala Square, New Palasia, Indore, Madhya Pradesh 452001
Timings: 10:30am to 4:00pm
Benchmark Diagnostic Center
2nd floor, Benchmark diagnostic center, Benchmark business park, near Nera Satya Sai Square, Vijay Nagar, Indore, Madhya Pradesh 452010
Timings: 06:00pm to 07:30pm