A novel mechanical simulator for cannulation and sphincterotomy after Billroth II or Roux-en-Y reconstruction

Introduction: In patients with Billroth II (B II) or Roux-en-Y anatomy, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is demanding. Here, we describe a novel simulator with simulated fluoroscopy for cannulation and sphincterotomy training in such situations. Methods: A custom-made...

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Main Authors: Eckart Frimberger, Mohamed Abdelhafez, Roland M. Schmid, Stefan von Delius
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Georg Thieme Verlag KG 2016-08-01
Series:Endoscopy International Open
Online Access:http://www.thieme-connect.de/DOI/DOI?10.1055/s-0042-111905