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gallstone removal post surgery

12 yrs. ago I had gastric banding.  It is a tight band and I was told it could not be removed because it is scarred in.  I now have had my gallbladder removed and after a second surgery still have a stone and debris remaining.  
Are there different sizes of the equipment for ERCP that would allow me to have the stone and debris removed without surgery?  A gastro Dr. tried but his equipment was too large to fit thru the band. Where would I look on the internet for qualified Drs.? or find some type of help?
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That does make sense...I wonder what my options are to retrieve them?  After 2 surgeries in the last 4 months I pray that there is some other way.  Thanks so much for your reply.
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Grammy, they do make smaller diameter tubes for children, however that equipment is typically shorter in length and it wouldn't reach the area in an adult that it can in children.
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