Severe and fatal complications after ERCP: Analysis of 2555 procedures in a single experienced center

Background and study aims The majority of recent large series on endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) complications have been multicenter studies reflecting varying degrees of experience and ERCP volume; major ERCP complications are associated with low case volume. The aim of this study was to report and analyze the frequency of severe and fatal complications associated with ERCP at a single specialized surgical high-volume referral center (Turku University Central Hospital).