Comparative study evaluates effectiveness and safety of EUS-GBD versus EUS-CDS in malignant biliary obstruction, suggesting a safe option for certain patients.
In patients with MDBO after failed ERCP, EUS-GBD or EUS-CDS were comparable with similar rates of efficacy and safety. EUS-GBD could represent an easy and safe option in MDBO patients without previous cholecystectomy and with a clear patency of the cystic duct.
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