RecruitingACTRN12615000219583

Does the patient's position whilst undergoing ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography) affect ease of the procedure and complication rates

Randomised trial comparing efficacy and complications of left lateral decubitus versus prone position in patients undergoing ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)

Sponsor

Monash Health

Enrollment

200 participants

Start Date

Apr 15, 2014

Study Type

Interventional

Conditions

Position of performing ERCP

Summary

Patients having an ERCP may have the procedure lying on their left side or on their stomach. Currently, the position chosen is decided by the doctor performing the procedure. We do not know if one position is better than another. This project aims to assess whether the position a patient is in affects the ease and time taken to perform the procedure as well as any affect this may have on the rate of potential complications.

Eligibility

Sex: Both males and femalesMin Age: 18 Yearss

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is comparing two different positions — lying on the stomach versus lying on the left side — during a procedure called ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography), which is used to diagnose and treat problems with the bile ducts and pancreas. Doctors currently choose the position based on preference, but no one knows if one position is actually better or safer. You may be eligible if: - You are 18 years of age or older - You need a diagnostic or therapeutic ERCP as part of your medical care You may NOT be eligible if: - You have had a previous ERCP - You are critically ill - You have already been placed on a breathing machine (intubated) before the ERCP - You are unable to lie in the required positions due to physical limitations - You are pregnant - You are unable to provide informed consent Talk to your doctor about whether this trial might be right for you.

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Interventions

ERCP is commonly performed in either the left lateral decubitus or prone position. The left lateral decubitus position for performing ERCP will be in half of the randomised group. Measurement of t

ERCP is commonly performed in either the left lateral decubitus or prone position. The left lateral decubitus position for performing ERCP will be in half of the randomised group. Measurement of time to biliary cannulation and complication rates will be recorded.

Locations(1)

Monash Medical Centre - Clayton campus - Clayton

VIC, Australia

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