Bangkok Hospital specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases related to bile ducts, gallbladder, pancreas, and liver with Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), a high-tech method to enhance treatment efficacy and simplify processes. The experienced medical team and state-of-the-art equipment provide specialized care to achieve the best possible treatment outcomes.
What does ERCP treat?
- Bile duct stones: ERCP efficiently removes bile duct stones, alleviating pain, infection, or jaundice.
- Pancreatic diseases: Used for treating chronic pancreatitis and removing pancreatic duct stones to reduce inflammation.
- Cholangitis: ERCP promptly drains infected bile ducts, reducing the risk of serious complications.
- Bile duct obstruction: Treats obstructions by tumors, stones, or strictures, restoring normal bile flow and reducing jaundice.
- Tumors in bile ducts and pancreas: Helps in the accurate diagnosis and treatment of cancers associated with bile ducts and pancreas.
Who is suitable for ERCP?
- Individuals with abnormal liver function, upper abdominal pain or back pain, especially after eating.
- Patients with unexplained jaundice.
- Those with a history of bile duct stones or pancreatitis.
- People suspected of having tumors in bile ducts or pancreas.
- Individuals with recurrent bile duct infections.
What are the benefits of ERCP?
- Simultaneous diagnosis and treatment: ERCP simplifies processes, allowing immediate treatment, reducing recovery time, and minimizing procedural complications.
- Minimally invasive: As a scope-based procedure, ERCP causes less body impact, less pain, faster recovery, and reduced risk of complications.
- Pain and discomfort relief: ERCP can quickly alleviate pain, reduce bile duct infections, obstructions, and decrease jaundice.
Why choose ERCP at Bangkok Hospital?
- Specialized medical team: Extensive experience in performing ERCP ensures quality and accurate treatment.
- Comprehensive care: From initial consultation, diagnosis, treatment, to follow-up care until recovery.
- Advanced equipment and technology: High-definition endoscopic equipment allows accurate diagnosis and treatment, reducing tissue impacts.
- Quick recovery and risk reduction: ERCP at Bangkok Hospital causes less pain and allows fast recovery, ideal for treating bile duct, pancreas, and liver diseases that require caution.
- Individualized service: Focused on convenient and comprehensive care based on patient needs, ensuring confidence and appropriate care in every step.
Every aspect of care demands meticulousness and attention. The Gastrointestinal and Liver Center at Bangkok Hospital, with its specialized doctors and multidisciplinary team, is ready to provide advice and support at every step.
Hospital specialized in Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
Gastrointestinal and Liver Center at Bangkok Hospital offers diagnosis and treatment for pancreatic and bile duct disorders with ERCP, performed by specialized physicians and a multidisciplinary team, complemented by modern equipment and technology for an improved quality of life.
Specialized doctors in ERCP
Dr. Aroon Siripun, an internist specializing in therapeutic endoscopy at the Gastrointestinal and Liver Center of Bangkok Hospital.
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