A Catheter-Guided Rendezvous Technique to Perform Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography in Patients With High-Risk Choledocholithiasis
Abstract
We describe a variation of the rendezvous technique for choledocholithiasis using a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) instead of a guidewire. Three patients (aged 47-84 years) with bile duct stones underwent this approach during laparoscopic cholecystectomy at a tertiary center. Biliary cannulation and complete stone removal were successful in all cases, with no intraoperative or postoperative complications. The average hospital stay was 3 days. This technique appears feasible, although larger studies are needed to confirm its efficacy, safety, and potential cost-effectiveness.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Gallbladder and Bile Duct Disorders
Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques
Esophageal and GI Pathology
Publication details
- Journal / source
- ACG Case Reports Journal
- Volume
- 13
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- e01960–e01960
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN