Response to the Letter Regarding “Preventing Unnecessary ERCP in Patients With Spontaneous Bile Duct Stone Passage: A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis”

Key Points

• Unnecessary ERCPs can be avoided in patients with spontaneous bile duct stone passage, highlighting the need for better criteria.
• The analysis reviews multiple studies to support efficiency in decision-making, potentially decreasing patient risk.
• Analyzing data from various cases back to back offers insights into patient management in this specific medical area.
• Further assessment in clinical practice may lead to improved guidelines and reduced healthcare costs.