Cholangiopancreatography, Endoscopic Retrograde

**Definition:** Fiberoptic endoscopy designed for duodenal observation and cannulation of VATER'S AMPULLA, in order to visualize the pancreatic and biliary duct system by retrograde injection of contrast media. Endoscopic (Vater) papillotomy (SPHINCTEROTOMY, ENDOSCOPIC) may be performed during this procedure.

**Tree numbers:** - E01.370.350.700.715.200.200 - E01.370.372.200.200 - E01.370.372.250.200 - E01.370.388.250.250.160 - E04.210.240.160 - E04.502.250.250.160

**Synonyms:** - ERCP - Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography, Endoscopic - Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography