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What should be done if there is a stone at pancreatic duct and cannot be removed because of the swelling of pancreas ? how can swelling be reduced ?
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ERCP: Bowel rest will likely help, means to food and IV fluid, then ERCP can be performed to extract it.
Answered 7/2/2018
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