Usefulness of fully covered self-expandable metal stents as treatment of post-ercp bleeding

In patients undergoing ERCP, post-procedure bleeding is a frequent complication with a high morbidity and mortality. The placement of a fully covered self-expandable metal stent (FCSMES) has been documented as a useful procedure for treatment of refractory bleeding. Our objective is to evaluate our experience in using FCSMS for treatment of inmmediate and delayed post-ERCP bleeding.