With the rapid development of endoscopic technology in recent years, Spy Glass choledochoscope system has been widely used in the diagnosis and treatment of hepatobiliary and pancreatic diseases by virtue of its good maneuverability, high-quality imaging effect, and ultra-fine working channel. This article summarizes and analyzes the current status of the new generation Spyglass DS choledochoscope system in intra- and extra-hepatic bile duct stones by reviewing the relevant literature. The results indicate that Spyglass DS has important clinical value in the treatment of intra- and extrahepatic bile duct stone disease, which is worthy of clinical promotion, but its indications and contraindications need to be strictly mastered.

Shu Peng, He Ping, Kuang Zhijun, Liu Bo. Advances in Spyglass DS treatment of intra—and extrahepatic bile duct stones. Frontiers in Medical Science Research (2024), Vol. 6, Issue 9: 38-43. https://doi.org/10.25236/FMSR.2024.060906.

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