Analysis of risk factors for post-ERCP pancreatitis in patients who underwent prophylactic pancreatic duct stenting – Results of a prospective, multicenter, controlled study

Introduction: Small caliber pancreatic duct stenting has been accepted and suggested for prevention of post-ERCP pancreatitis (PEP) in the high risk population by the american and european gastrointestinal endoscopic societies. Prophylactic pancreatic stents (PPS) reduce the risk of PEP by 50% in high risk patients, however a subgroup of them still develop PEP. The aim of the present study was to analyze this subgroup in terms of risk factors, severity of PEP and the consequences of attempted but unsuccessful PPS placement. PATIENTS AND Methods: 237 patients high risk of PEP were considered for PPS placement in…