Biliary Stricture Treatment in India

Arjun Mehta, a 58-year-old restaurant owner,...

Arjun Mehta, a 58-year-old restaurant owner, had been experiencing persistent, dull pain in his upper right abdomen for months, accompanied by occasional yellowing of his eyes. His appetite had dwindled, and he felt constantly fatigued. He had a history of gallstones, which he'd managed with diet for years. His primary care doctor, concerned about the jaundice and elevated liver enzymes, referred him to a gastroenterologist. The specialist suspected a biliary stricture, a narrowing of the bile duct, likely from his long-standing gallstone disease. Dr. Chen recommended an ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography) with stent placement to open the duct and allow bile to flow normally. During the procedure, Arjun was sedated. The doctor passed a scope down his throat, located the stricture, and placed a small plastic stent to hold the duct open. Post-procedure, Arjun had a sore throat and felt groggy, but the intense abdominal pressure was already easing. Within days, his jaundice cleared, his energy returned, and his appetite came back. Emotionally, Arjun had been anxious, fearing cancer and the potential loss of his business. The relief of a treatable diagnosis and the swift resolution of his symptoms left him profoundly grateful and determined to prioritize his health.