The procedure of choice for elective removal of CBD stones for most patients is -

• ERCP: Diagnostic and therapeutic test of choice for patients with suspected CBD stones • CBD stones are classified by point of origin • Found in 6–12% of patients with GB stones • Retained stones discovered within 2 years of cholecystectomy • Recurrent stones detected >2 years following cholecystectomy • ERCP: Diagnostic and therapeutic test of choice for patients with suspected CBD stones. Treatment • Treatment options are ERCP, laparoscopic or open CBD Exploration.