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This document provides pre-operative instructions and order sets for Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) procedures, including consent, medications, laboratory tests, and nutrition

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How to fill out GI ERCP – Pre-Op

1. Gather necessary patient information, including medical history and current medications.
2. Ensure the patient has stopped eating and drinking for the required fasting period prior to the procedure.
3. Prepare the consent form for the patient to sign after explaining the procedure and any associated risks.
4. Conduct a physical examination to assess the patient's overall health and suitability for the procedure.
5. Arrange for any necessary lab tests, such as blood work, to ensure the patient can safely undergo the procedure.
6. Review any previous imaging or endoscopy results related to the patient's condition.
7. Plan for post-procedure care, including transportation arrangements for the patient after the procedure due to sedation.

Who needs GI ERCP – Pre-Op?

1. Patients experiencing biliary obstruction or pancreatitis.
2. Individuals with unexplained gastrointestinal symptoms potentially related to the bile ducts.
3. Patients with known gallstones or bile duct stones requiring intervention.
4. Individuals undergoing evaluation for certain cancers affecting the bile ducts or pancreas.
5. Patients who need diagnostic evaluation of pancreatic or biliary diseases.

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What is GI ERCP?

What is ERCP? Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is a procedure that combines upper gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy and x-rays to find and treat problems of the bile and pancreatic ducts.

How do you pre assess for ERCP?

Preparation for the test. Most patients are pre-assessed over the phone by an endoscopy nurse prior to their procedure. On occasion this may be done face to face on the endoscopy department. You may need to have some blood tests done before your appointment.

What is a GI ERCP?

An endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatogram (ECRP) is used as both a diagnostic and treatment procedure for issues concerning the bile and pancreatic ducts. This procedure is typically recommended for patients who have had chronic stomach pains and/or jaundice.

What is the purpose of the ERCP test?

ERCP stands for endoscopic retrograde cholangio pancreatography. It is a test to help diagnose conditions of the liver, bile ducts, pancreas or gallbladder.

What happens at a pre-assessment for endoscopy?

Prior to the day of your procedure, you will have a pre-assessment appointment (usually by telephone). The nurse will ask you a number of questions about your health to ensure you are able to prepare safely for your procedure. It is important that you have a list of all your medications to hand to give to the nurse.

What is preoperative ERCP?

Routine preoperative ERCP identifies persisting CBD stones but carries risks of complications and may delay definitive care. Selective postoperative ERCP, performed only if a CBD stone is seen on intraoperative cholangiography (IOC), avoids unnecessary ERCP but risks unsuccessful stone extraction.

What is the difference between an endoscopy and an ERCP?

Endoscopy is the examination of an internal body part with an instrument called an endoscope. Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is a technique that uses images from a dedicated camera and X-ray to view the bile and pancreatic ducts (figure 1).

What tests are done before ERCP?

Generally, before ERCP is recommended, blood tests and noninvasive imaging tests such as abdominal ultrasound, endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), computed tomographic (CT) scan, or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are done.

What is the prep for ERCP?

Preparation for an ERCP Usually you will be asked not to eat or drink for 8 hours and to empty the bladder before the ERCP. You will be asked to remove clothing, jewellery, glasses and any other objects that may be in the x-ray field and may interfere with the quality of the x-ray.

What is the pre-assessment for ERCP?

If you are an outpatient, you will be given a pre assessment appointment to come and see a specialist nurse 1- 2 days before your ERCP procedure. They will explain the procedure and discuss the risks and possible complications.

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What is GI ERCP – Pre-Op?

GI ERCP – Pre-Op refers to the preoperative evaluation and documentation required before performing an Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) procedure, which is used to diagnose and treat conditions related to the bile ducts and pancreas.

Who is required to file GI ERCP – Pre-Op?

The healthcare provider performing the ERCP procedure is required to file the GI ERCP – Pre-Op documentation, which may include surgeons, gastroenterologists, and nursing staff involved in the patient's care.

How to fill out GI ERCP – Pre-Op?

To fill out GI ERCP – Pre-Op, the healthcare provider must include patient identification information, medical history, indications for the procedure, any necessary preoperative assessments, and ensure that informed consent has been obtained.

What is the purpose of GI ERCP – Pre-Op?

The purpose of GI ERCP – Pre-Op is to ensure that all necessary evaluations are completed, to prepare the patient for the procedure, to mitigate risks, and to document the rationale and consent for the procedure.

What information must be reported on GI ERCP – Pre-Op?

Information that must be reported on GI ERCP – Pre-Op includes patient demographics, medical history, details of the condition requiring ERCP, results of preliminary tests, and any allergies or contraindications pertinent to the procedure.