| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3304944 | Gastrointestinal Endoscopy | 2012 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
P-ESWL as the initial therapy for CCP may lead to more lifetime procedures; however, partial pain relief in 85%, complete pain relief with no narcotic use in 50%, and avoidance of surgery in 84% of patients may be achieved. Quitting smoking after P-ESWL may improve outcomes.
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Authors
Gulseren MD, Mitchal A. MD, MPH, Andrew S. MD, Otto S. MD, Michael MD, S. Ian MD, Shayan MD, John J. MD, David MD, Christian MD, Richard MD,