Changwon Hanmaeum Hospital Achieves 1,500 Cases of Pancreatic and Biliary Endoscopic Procedures

In 10 Months This Year, Bu-Ul-Gyeong Achieves My Shortest Period and Highest Number of Cases

Changwon Hanmaeum Hospital in Gyeongnam held a ceremony on the 13th to celebrate achieving 1,500 cases of pancreatic and biliary endoscopic procedures (hereafter ERCP) within 10 months this year.

Group photo commemorating the 1,500th case.

This is the shortest period and the highest number of cases achieved in the Busan, Ulsan, and Gyeongnam (Bu-Ul-Gyeong) region, and since the joining of Professor Hwang Joon-sung and Hospital Director Kim Myung-hwan in August 2022, the cumulative number of ERCP cases has reached 3,311.

This achievement is an important indicator demonstrating Changwon Hanmaeum Hospital’s accumulated experience and expertise in diagnosing and treating pancreatic and biliary diseases, signifying the establishment of an environment where patients can receive treatment with confidence.

ERCP is a highly advanced procedure essential for diagnosing the condition of the pancreatic duct and biliary system by inserting an endoscope into the duodenum, and for treating diseases such as cholangitis, biliary cancer, pancreatitis, and pancreatic cancer. Strictures of the bile duct and pancreatic duct require differential diagnosis of malignant tumors and inflammatory diseases through ERCP. Additionally, stent insertion via ERCP during treatment for jaundice or chronic pancreatitis improves quality of life.

Hospital Director Kim Myung-hwan emphasized, “Achieving 1,500 ERCP cases within 10 months this year is the highest performance among all hospitals in the Bu-Ul-Gyeong region. Especially since ERCP procedures can cause complications such as pancreatitis, it is advantageous for patients to receive diagnosis and procedures from experienced medical staff like those at Changwon Hanmaeum Hospital.”

Chairman Ha Choong-sik of Changwon Hanmaeum Hospital stated, “Through the recruitment of renowned faculty and the introduction of the latest equipment, Changwon Hanmaeum Hospital is achieving significant results in the liver, biliary, and pancreatic fields,” adding, “We plan to continue leading the diagnosis and research of liver, biliary, and pancreatic diseases in the Bu-Ul-Gyeong region.”

Meanwhile, marking the milestone of the shortest period and highest number of 1,500 ERCP cases, Changwon Hanmaeum Hospital is establishing itself as a medical institution that provides specialized care and safe treatment to local residents, and will continue to play a leading role in related fields going forward.

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