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This study aims to characterize CDL patients, evaluate treatment strategies, assess associated complications, and explore economic impacts.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title><jats:p>We conducted a retrospective analysis of 112 patients between 2016 and 2021 at two centers. We performed a descriptive analysis comparing outcomes of patients undergoing ERCP with and without bile duct stenting. Univariate and multivariable analyses were used to identify factors related to complications.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Results<\/jats:title><jats:p>Bile duct stenting was associated with significantly higher complication rates (52.4%) compared to the group without stenting (26.5%) (<jats:italic>p<\/jats:italic>\u2009=\u20090.006). Factors influencing stent implantation included prior abdominal surgeries (OR\u2009=\u200903.51, <jats:italic>p<\/jats:italic>\u2009=\u20090.02), cholangitis at admission (OR\u2009=\u200903.02, <jats:italic>p<\/jats:italic>\u2009=\u20090.032), and bile duct diameter (OR\u2009=\u200901.16, <jats:italic>p<\/jats:italic>\u2009=\u20090.057). The overall median length of stay was longer for patients with stenting (19 days) compared to those without (11 days) (<jats:italic>p<\/jats:italic>\u2009&amp;lt;\u20090.001). Finally, reimbursements were higher for patients with stenting. Reimbursement for complicated courses was higher than for those without, independent of initial bile duct stenting (with stent <jats:italic>p<\/jats:italic>\u2009=\u20090.006, without stent <jats:italic>p<\/jats:italic>\u2009=\u20090,003).<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title><jats:p>Bile duct stenting during CDL management is associated with higher complication rates, longer hospital stay, and increased costs. These associations may reflect both clinical severity at baseline and procedural sequencing. 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