EVL & ERCP
What is EVL?
EVL (Endoscopic Variceal Ligation)
A treatment where small rubber bands are placed around enlarged veins (varices) in the esophagus to stop or prevent bleeding.
When is EVL Needed?
* Patients with liver cirrhosis
* Variceal bleeding (vomiting blood)
* Preventing re-bleeding in high-risk patients
When to Consult a Doctor?
If you experience vomiting blood, black/tarry stools, or have liver cirrhosis, seek immediate care.
What EVL Can Detect?
- Esophageal varices:
EVL is used to treat active bleeding from these swollen veins in the esophagus and to prevent their recurrence.
- Gastric varices:
During an EVL procedure, doctors may also detect and treat gastric varices, which are swollen veins in the stomach.
- Portal hypertensive gastropathy (PHG):
This condition, which involves abnormalities in the stomach lining due to high pressure in the portal vein system, can also be identified and managed during EVL.
- Red wale markings:These are red spots or streaks on the varices, which are high-risk indicators of variceal bleeding, and can be seen and documented during an EVL procedure.
Benefits of EVL:
✅ Prevents life-threatening bleeding
✅ Quick and minimally invasive
✅ Reduces risk of recurrent bleeding
Why Choose Us?
We provide safe, expert EVL procedures with immediate emergency care support
What is ERCP?
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography).
A combined endoscopy and X-ray procedure used for both diagnosis and treatment of bile duct and pancreatic diseases.
When is ERCP Needed?
* Gallstones blocking bile ducts
* Severe abdominal pain with jaundice
* Bile or pancreatic duct strictures
When to Consult a Doctor?
If you have sudden jaundice, persistent pain, or fever with liver/gallbladder problems, consult immediately.
What ERCP Can Detect?
- Stones:
Gallstones and pancreatic stones that have moved into the bile ducts or pancreas.
- Tumors:
Cancers or other masses in the bile ducts or pancreas.
- Strictures (Narrowed Ducts):
Blockages or narrowing of the ducts caused by scar tissue or other problems, hindering the flow of bile or pancreatic fluid.
- Leaks:
Evidence of leaks in the biliary or pancreatic ducts, which can occur due to injury or disease.
- Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction:
Issues with the muscle that controls the flow of bile and pancreatic fluid into the small intestine.
- Irregularities:Any other abnormalities or irregularities in the structure of the bile and pancreatic ducts.
Benefits of Capsule ERCP :
✅ Detects and removes stones
✅ Relieves blockages
✅ Avoids open surgery in many cases
Why Choose Us:
Our experts deliver metro-level ERCP care right in Nagarkurnool with advanced facilities.