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Are ercp endoscopes the same as the ones used during more typical upper endoscopies? had one in dec. to check for acid reflux and worried about cre.

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Dr. Brian Wolfman answered

They're Different: No, they are different endoscopes. The issue that occurred at UCLA is not something I would be overly worried about. That is a isolated incident.

Answered 2/20/2015

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A member asked:

Are ercp endoscopes the same as the ones used during more typical upper endoscopies? had one in dec. to check for acid reflux and worried about cre.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Brian Wolfman answered

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