Procedure

Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)

A one-page care plan for patients having Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), covering Purpose, Protection & Preparation, Expectations & Execution, Nutrition & Next Steps, Consistency, Indications and Lifestyle & Long-Term Success.

In this plan

  1. Purpose, Protection & Preparation

    • I understand this procedure treats problems in my bile ducts or pancreas
    • I understand it can remove stones, open blockages, or place stents
    • I follow fasting instructions exactly before the procedure
    • I stop or adjust medicines as told (blood thinners, diabetes meds, others)
    • I arrange a ride home because I may not be able to drive after sedation
  2. Expectations & Execution

    5 points, for partners

  3. Nutrition & Next Steps

    4 points, for partners

  4. Consistency

    4 points, for partners

  5. Indications

    4 points, for partners

  6. Lifestyle & Long-Term Success

    4 points, for partners

When to call the office and when to call 911: for partners

See the full plan

Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is one of the plans included with a partnership. Partners read every plan in full, and print any of them for a patient.

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