Publication Name	World Journal of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Manuscript ID	91514
Country	United Kingdom

Category	Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Manuscript Type	Editorial
Article Title	Asymptomatic bile duct stones: The devil is in the details
Manuscript Source	Invited Manuscript
All Author List	Mohammed Omar Khalifa Elsayed and Mohamed Gamal Talkhan
Funding Agency and Grant Number
Corresponding Author	Mohamed Gamal Talkhan, MD, MRCP, Doctor, Department of Gastroenterology, South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, UK, Marton Road, Middlesbrough TS4 3BW, United Kingdom. mohamed.talkhan@nhs.net
Key Words	Asymptomatic; Common bile duct stones; Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography; Outcome; Guidelines
Core Tip	The ongoing debate surrounding the management of asymptomatic common bile duct stones presents a critical decision-making challenge for gastroenterologists. While conservative approaches emphasize watchful waiting and monitoring, endoscopic interventions offer potential benefits in terms of preventing future complications. However, both approaches carry a risk of complications. This review delves into the current evidence, weighing the pros and cons of both conservative and endoscopic strategies, aiming to guide practitioners in making informed decisions tailored to individual patient profiles.
Citation	Elsayed MOK, Talkhan MG. Asymptomatic bile duct stones: The devil is in the details. World J Gastrointest Endosc 2024; In press

Received	2023-12-29 17:10
Peer-Review Started	2023-12-29 17:10
To Make the First Decision
Return for Revision	2024-02-24 07:39
Revised	2024-03-08 09:04
Second Decision	2024-04-24 02:47
Accepted by Journal Editor-in-Chief
Accepted by Company Editor-in-Chief	2024-04-24 06:40
Articles in Press	2024-04-24 06:40
Publication Fee Transferred
Edit the Manuscript by Language Editor
Typeset the Manuscript	2024-04-29 02:38

ISSN	1948-5190 (online)
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