Balloon Dilatation of the Minor Duodenal Papilla Up to 4 mm is Safe in a Porcine Model

Conclusions: A dilatation of up to 4 mm seems to be safe. However, dilatation of the minor papilla from 4 mm onwards is increasingly associated with tissue damage. These findings should be considered in endoscopic procedures dilating the minor duodenal papilla.
Source: Surgical Laparoscopy, Endoscopy and Percutaneous Techniques - Category: Surgery Tags: Online Articles: Original Articles Source Type: research