Table 4

Comparison of post-EPBD and post-EST manometric data one year after treatment

Post-EPBD (n=28) Post-EST (n=27)
CBD pressure (mm Hg)2.1  (0.5)4-160 0.7  (0.3)4-160
SO basal pressure (mm Hg)4.2 (0.6)4-160 1.6 (0.6)4-160
SO peak pressure (mm Hg)74.6 (6.1)4-160 16.9 (4.9)4-160
SO contraction frequency (per min)7.2 (0.5)4-160 2.7 (0.8)4-160
  • EPBD, endoscopic papillary balloon dilation; CBD, common bile duct; EST, endoscopic sphincterotomy; SO, sphincter of Oddi

  • Values are mean (SEM).

  • 4-160 p<0.01.