In this Review, the authors consider the most common severe complication of endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)—post-ERCP pancreatitis—for which there is no definitive means of prevention. The risk factors for post-ERCP pancreatitis and pharmacologic and procedural ways of reducing its incidence are discussed, including proper patient selection, minimally traumatic cannulation techniques and pancreatic duct stenting.
- Carl D Frank
- Douglas G Adler
