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. 2023 Dec;55(S 01):E706-E707.
doi: 10.1055/a-2073-5147. Epub 2023 May 10.

Successful retrieval of a fractured biliary guidewire using a newly developed endoscopic tapered sheath

Yuki Mori  1 , Akira Kurita  2
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Successful retrieval of a fractured biliary guidewire using a newly developed endoscopic tapered sheath

Yuki Mori et al. Endoscopy. 2023 Dec.
No abstract available

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The authors declare that they have no conflict of interest.

Figures

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Contrast-enhanced computed tomography scan showing a Bismuth–Corlette type II perihilar cholangiocarcinoma.
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Fluoroscopic images during endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography showing: a a severe hilar stricture; b the guidewire fragment located beyond the malignant biliary obstruction.
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Fluoroscopic image showing the intraductal cholangioscopy forceps being inserted through the novel tapered endoscopic sheath to remove the guidewire fragment.
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Photograph of the removed guidewire fragment.
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