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It was reported that after the endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography was completed, while the duodenoscope was being withdrawn, the single-use disposable protective cover on the distal tip ruptured, causing an esophageal injury with bleeding.As a result of this complication, endoscopic intervention was required, involving the application of clips to close the injury and control the bleeding.It was noted that the same incident occurred in two patients on separate days using the same lot number.The patients required one additional day of hospitalization.This report is 1 of 2 patients involved.
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