Observational analysis suggests biliary stone extraction with ERCP may reduce surgical risks in elderly patients with comorbidities.
Biliary stone extraction with ERCP can be considered as an alternative to cholecystectomy in elderly patients, especially in those with comorbidities, high risk of stone recurrence, and surgical risk.
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