• Veronika Roskovicova, Jana Katuchova, Natalia Madarova, Marek Lenart, Milos Kicka, Tomas Gajdzik, Milos Knazovicky, Eduard Veseliny, and Jozef Radonak.
• Bratisl Med J. 2024 Jan 1; 125 (9): 544550544-550.

BackgroundIn the 21st century, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) has emerged as a diagnostic and therapeutic method for diseases of the pancreaticobiliary duct system. However, like any other diagnostic and therapeutic method, ERCP carries the risk of unwanted complications.Material And MethodsWe retrospectively followed patients who underwent ERCP examinations from January 2013 to April 2023. We focused on early post-ERCP complications and their risk factors, prevention, treatment, and mortality.ResultsA total of 4,814 patients were recorded, of which 175 patients had early post-ERCP complications, including acute pancreatitis, acute cholangitis, perforation, and bleeding. We focused on the statistical significance of risk factors such as BMI, repeated ERCP, bleeding disorders, and repeated pancreatitis or cholangitis.ConclusionEnsuring proper preparation and appropriate indication for ERCP examination can significantly mitigate the risk of post-ERCP complications. Additionally, early diagnosis and prompt treatment of any post-ERCP complications are essential strategies for reducing mortality associated with these conditions (Tab. 3, Fig. 3, Ref. 32). Text in PDF www.elis.sk Keywords: post-ERCP complication, risk factor, BMI, prevention.

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