This is a prospective observational cohort study to assess the utility of bio-degradable bile duct stent in the drainage of bile duct. All consecutive patients who will undergo ERCP procedure for bile leaks and patients with bile duct stones and intact gall bladder will be recruited to the study. The planned sample size is 53 and patients will be followed up for 180 days. The primary objective is to assess the utility of biodegradable bile duct plastic stents in the drainage of bile duct. The secondary Secondary objectives are To assess 1. Technical success of biodegradable stents 2. Complications 3. Patient related cost savings (Time off work, travel time for the patient) 4. Hospital related cost savings (Repeat procedure costs, follow up appointments)
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Resolution of bile leak
Timeframe: 180 days
Incidence of cholangitis in patients who had ERCP for bile duct stones and are awaiting gall bladder removal.
Timeframe: 180 days