Evaluating single-session endoscopic stone extraction for acute cholangitis

Effectiveness and Safety of Single-session Endoscopic Stone Extraction for Acute Cholangitis Associated With Choledocholithiasis

Not applicable Interventional Beijing Friendship Hospital · NCT06349954

This study is testing if a one-time procedure to remove stones from the bile duct is as safe and effective as the usual two-step method for people with acute cholangitis.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment64 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 90 Years
SexAll
SponsorBeijing Friendship Hospital Academic / other
Locations1 site (Beijing, Beijing)
Trial IDNCT06349954 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This prospective study involves approximately 64 patients suffering from acute cholangitis due to choledocholithiasis at Beijing Friendship Hospital. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either single-session or two-session endoscopic stone extraction. The study aims to assess the effectiveness and safety of the single-session approach compared to the traditional two-session method. By evaluating patient outcomes, the research seeks to provide insights into optimizing treatment protocols for this condition.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 to 90 who have been diagnosed with Grade I or II acute cholangitis and confirmed choledocholithiasis.

Not a fit: Patients with severe anatomical changes, previous interventions, or significant comorbidities that prevent them from tolerating endoscopic procedures may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to a more efficient and less painful treatment option for patients with acute cholangitis and choledocholithiasis.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have indicated that single-session endoscopic stone extraction can be safe and effective, although this specific approach is still being evaluated for broader clinical application.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* 1. Age ≥18 years old and ≤90 years old
* 2. Patients met the Tokyo Guidelines 2018 (TG18) diagnosis of Grade I or Grade II acute cholangitis
* 3. Imaging examination confirmed the presence of choledocholithiasis

Exclusion Criteria:

* 1. Common bile duct with benign or malignant stenosis
* 2. Changes in the anatomical structure of the stomach or duodenum
* 3. Patients with common biliary duct or pancreatic duct stent
* 4. Patients complicated with acute pancreatitis
* 5. Patients who underwent endoscopic intervention, percutaneous transhepatic cholangio drainage (PTCD) or other invasive interventions before admission
* 6. Patients with cardiac failure, respiratory failure or consciousness disorder can not tolerate endoscopic operation
* 7. Patients who have coagulation dysfunction or are taking anticoagulation and antiplate drugs
* 8. Imaging examination showed that the maximum diameter of choledocholithiasis was more than 1.5cm

Where this trial is running

Beijing, Beijing

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Choledocholithiasis With Acute CholangitisAcute CholangitisEndoscopic Retrograde CholangiopancreatographyCholedocholithiasis
Last reviewed 2026-06-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.