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Alsakarneh S, Brotherton T, Jaber F, Madi MY, Numan L, Ahmed M, Sallam Y, Adam M, Dahiya DS, Aggarwal P, Dinary F. Needle-Knife Fistulotomy Versus Needle-Knife Papillotomy in Difficult Biliary Cannulation: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Gastroenterology Res 2024; 17:101-108. [PMID: 38993545 PMCID: PMC11236341 DOI: 10.14740/gr1726] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2024] [Accepted: 04/25/2024] [Indexed: 07/13/2024] Open
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Background Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is an essential endoscopic therapeutic modality for biliary and pancreatic diseases. Needle-knife fistulotomy (NKF) and papillotomy (NKP) are the two most commonly used rescue techniques for patients with difficult biliary cannulation. However, there remains a need for comparative studies on these approaches to inform clinical decision-making. This meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of NKF compared to NKP as a rescue technique in difficult biliary cannulation after failed conventional ERCP. Methods We searched PubMed, Scopus, Embase, and Web of Science databases through November 2023 to include all studies that directly compared the outcomes of NKF with NKP in difficult biliary cannulation. Single-arm studies were excluded. Pooled odds ratios (ORs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) for dichotomous data related to clinical events were calculated using the Mantel-Haenszel method within a random-effect model. The primary outcome was the biliary cannulation success rate. Results Four studies with 823 patients (n = 376 NKF vs. n = 447 NKP) were included in our analysis. There was no significant difference between the two groups in biliary cannulation success rate (91.7% vs. 86.9%, respectively; OR = 1.54, 95% CI: 0.21 - 2.49, P = 0.14; I2 = 0%). However, the overall rate of adverse events was significantly lower in the NKF group than in the NKP group (OR = 0.46, 95% CI: 0.25 - 0.84, P = 0.01). Pancreatitis (OR = 0.23, 95% CI: 0.05 - 1.11, P = 0.07) and bleeding (OR = 1.43, 95% CI: 0.59 - 3.46, P = 0.42) were similar between the two groups. No significant differences in cholangitis, cholecystitis, perforation, or mortality were observed. Conclusions Our meta-analysis indicates comparable success rates in comparing NKF and NKP techniques for difficult biliary cannulation after failed conventional ERCP cannulation. Notably, the NKF technique significantly reduces overall adverse events compared to NKP, suggesting that NKF may be preferable due to its favorable safety profile. Additional randomized controlled trials (RCTs) are warranted to evaluate the interval benefit of an NKF technique.
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- Saqr Alsakarneh
- Department of Medicine, University of Missouri-Kansas City, Kansas City, MO, USA
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Saint Louis University, St. Louis, MO, USA
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- Department of Medicine, University of Missouri-Kansas City, Kansas City, MO, USA
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Saint Louis University, St. Louis, MO, USA
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Saint Louis University, St. Louis, MO, USA
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Missouri-Kansas City, Kansas City, MO, USA
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- Department of Medicine, University of Missouri-Kansas City, Kansas City, MO, USA
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- Department of Medicine, University of Missouri-Kansas City, Kansas City, MO, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Motility, The University of Kansas School of Medicine, Kansas City, Kansas, USA
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- Department of Medicine, University Hospitals, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University Hospitals, Cleveland, OH, USA
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Lyu Y, Ye S, Wang B. Impact of duodenal papilla anatomy on needle knife papillotomy safety and efficacy in patients with difficult biliary canulation. BMC Surg 2024; 24:61. [PMID: 38365675 PMCID: PMC10873970 DOI: 10.1186/s12893-024-02350-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/17/2023] [Accepted: 02/06/2024] [Indexed: 02/18/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS Needle-knife papillotomy (NKP) is widely performed when biliary cannulation is difficult during endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). However, its safety and efficacy in different types of duodenal papilla are not clear. PATIENTS AND METHODS This retrospective study analyzed 217 patients with difficult biliary cannulation who underwent NKP during ERCP procedures from June 2013 to May 2022 in our institution. Patients were classified according to Haraldsson classification type of duodenal papilla: type 1, regular; type 2, small; type 3, protruding or pendulous; and type 4, creased or ridged. Outcome measures were successful biliary cannulation and incidence of adverse events. RESULTS Haraldsson classification was type 1 in 115 patients, type 2 in 29, type 3 in 52, and type 4 in 21. Biliary cannulation was successful in 166 patients (76.5%) Success rates according to Haraldsson type were as follows: type 1, 74.8%; type 2, 82.8%; type 3, 80.8%; and type 4, 66.7%. The rates did not significantly differ among the types (p = 0.48). Overall incidence of adverse events was 9.22%. Incidence of adverse events did not significantly differ among the types (p = 0.69). CONCLUSIONS NKP was useful to achieve successful cannulation in patients with difficult biliary cannulation. The rate of successful cannulation and incidence of adverse events were similar among the different types of duodenal papilla.
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- Yunxiao Lyu
- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Dongyang People's Hospital, Affiliated Dongyang Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, 60 West Wuning Road, Dongyang, 322100, Zhejiang, P.R. China.
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- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Dongyang People's Hospital, Affiliated Dongyang Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, 60 West Wuning Road, Dongyang, 322100, Zhejiang, P.R. China
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- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Dongyang People's Hospital, Affiliated Dongyang Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, 60 West Wuning Road, Dongyang, 322100, Zhejiang, P.R. China
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Başpinar B, Ödemiş B, Erdoğan Ç, Yüksel M. Suprapapillary Needle Knife Fistulotomy Versus Conventional Precut Sphincterotomy in Difficult Biliary Cannulation: A Retrospective Comparative Study. Surg Laparosc Endosc Percutan Tech 2022; 32:700-706. [PMID: 36375111 DOI: 10.1097/sle.0000000000001123] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2022] [Accepted: 10/24/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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BACKGROUND Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is an important therapeutic tool for many biliary diseases. Selective biliary cannulation is the first step of the treatment process. Needle knife fistulotomy (NKF) and conventional precut sphincterotomy (CPS) are widely used in difficult biliary cannulation. However, there are different results in their effectiveness and safety. This study aimed to compare both methods regarding cannulation success and adverse event profile. MATERIALS AND METHODS All eligible consecutive patients with naive papillae who underwent biliary ERCP by a single experienced endoscopist over a 3-year period were included retrospectively. The standard cannulation method with a guidewire-loaded sphincterotome was initially used for biliary cannulation in all patients. Cannulation was accepted as difficult in the case of failure of standard cannulation within 5 minutes or despite 5 attempts or insertion of the guidewire to the pancreatic duct 5 times. Three modalities in patients with difficult biliary cannulation were employed according to the structure and configuration of the papillae in addition to unintentional pancreatic cannulation: (1) NKF, (2) CPS, (3) Double guidewire technique or guidewire orientation/precut following pancreatic stenting. Latter was excluded to enable direct comparison between NKF and CPS groups. RESULTS A total of 644 patients were recruited. Analyses were performed with 541 patients after the exclusion of 103 patients. Mean (SD) age was 60.4 (18.2) years, and 257 (47.5%) patients were male. While standard cannulation was successful in 366 (67.6%), difficult biliary cannulation was observed in 175 (32.4%) patients. NKF was performed in 101 (57.7%) patients, and cannulation success was 100% in the first ERCP session. In contrast, CPS was performed in 74 (42.3%) patients with a lower cannulation success rate (79.7%) than NKF ( P <0.001). Post-ERCP pancreatitis rate was higher in CPS (9.5%) than NKF group (3.0%, P =0.063). Bleeding and cholangitis were similar in both groups. CONCLUSIONS In patients with difficult biliary cannulation with appropriate papillary structure and configuration, NKF should be used as the first choice in experienced hands because of high biliary cannulation success and low Post-ERCP pancreatitis risk.
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- Batuhan Başpinar
- Department of Gastroenterology, University of Health Sciences, Ankara City Hospital, Ankara, Turkey
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Maruta S, Sugiyama H, Ogasawara S, Sugihara C, Ouchi M, Kan M, Yamada T, Miura Y, Nagashima H, Takahashi K, Kusakabe Y, Ohyama H, Okitsu K, Ohno I, Mikata R, Sakai Y, Tsuyuguchi T, Kato J, Kato N. "Salvage techniques" are the key to overcome difficult biliary cannulation in endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography. Sci Rep 2022; 12:13627. [PMID: 35948566 PMCID: PMC9365799 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-17809-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2021] [Accepted: 08/01/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Although the efficacy and safety of salvage techniques for biliary cannulation in endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) have been reported, few reports analyzed the choice of techniques and their clinical outcomes in large cohorts. This study aimed to evaluate the outcomes of biliary cannulation in patients with native papillae. We retrospectively identified 1021 patients who underwent initial ERCP from January 2013 to March 2020. We investigated background factors, treatment details, cannulation success rates, and adverse event rates. Then we analyzed a series of treatment processes, including salvage techniques such as double guidewire technique (DGT), needle knife pre-cutting (NKP), and transpancreatic pre-cut papillotomy (TPPP). The initial ERCP success rate using standard technique alone was 62.8%, which increased to 94.3% including salvage techniques. Salvage techniques were frequently required in patients with long oral protrusions (OR 2.38; 95% CI 1.80–3.15; p < 0.001). A total of 503 cases (49.3%) had long oral protrusions, 47.5% of which required the salvage techniques, much higher than 27.5% of not-long cases. Patients with long oral protrusions had a higher frequency of NKP. In conclusion, patients with long oral protrusions frequently required salvage techniques. Salvage techniques may help to overcome many difficult biliary cannulation cases.
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- Shikiko Maruta
- Department of Gastroenterology, Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University, Inohana 1-8-1, Chiba-City, 260-8670, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University, Inohana 1-8-1, Chiba-City, 260-8670, Japan.
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University, Inohana 1-8-1, Chiba-City, 260-8670, Japan.,Translational Research and Development Center, Chiba University Hospital, Chiba, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University, Inohana 1-8-1, Chiba-City, 260-8670, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University, Inohana 1-8-1, Chiba-City, 260-8670, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University, Inohana 1-8-1, Chiba-City, 260-8670, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University, Inohana 1-8-1, Chiba-City, 260-8670, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University, Inohana 1-8-1, Chiba-City, 260-8670, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University, Inohana 1-8-1, Chiba-City, 260-8670, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University, Inohana 1-8-1, Chiba-City, 260-8670, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University, Inohana 1-8-1, Chiba-City, 260-8670, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University, Inohana 1-8-1, Chiba-City, 260-8670, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University, Inohana 1-8-1, Chiba-City, 260-8670, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University, Inohana 1-8-1, Chiba-City, 260-8670, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University, Inohana 1-8-1, Chiba-City, 260-8670, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University, Inohana 1-8-1, Chiba-City, 260-8670, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University, Inohana 1-8-1, Chiba-City, 260-8670, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University, Inohana 1-8-1, Chiba-City, 260-8670, Japan
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Zhang QS, Xu JH, Dong ZQ, Gao P, Shen YC. Success and Safety of Needle Knife Papillotomy and Fistulotomy Based on Papillary Anatomy: A Prospective Controlled Trial. Dig Dis Sci 2022; 67:1901-1909. [PMID: 34081249 DOI: 10.1007/s10620-021-06983-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2020] [Accepted: 03/30/2021] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND Needle knife papillotomy (NKP) and fistulotomy (NKF) are the two most commonly used rescue techniques for patients with difficult biliary cannulation (DBC). Anatomy of the major duodenal papillae (MDP) influences the optimal precut technique for biliary access. However, comparative studies of the success and safety of NKP and NKF based on the anatomy of MDP have been scarce. METHODS Patients with intact MDPs for therapeutic endoscopic retrograde cholangio-pancreatography (ERCP) in our center were enrolled. Early needle knife precuts were uniformly applied to patients with DBC. Difficult MDPs were classified into one of five types based on their endoscopic anatomy. Each type of MDP was allocated to NKP or NKF treatment. Patients with types 1 and 2 papillae always received NKF, 3 and 4 received NKP, and 5 could receive either. The safety and efficacy were analyzed between NKP and NKF, and among different types of MDPs. RESULTS A total of 188 out of 1674 patients undergoing ERCP satisfied the criteria for early precutting: 75 patients were assigned to the NKP group and 113 to the NKF group. The total initial success rate of biliary cannulation (ISRBC) of the precut techniques (both NKP and NKF) for patients with DBC was 91.5%. The ISRBC of patients of the NKP group was similar to that of the NKF group (90.7% vs 92.0%, P > 0.05). The ISRBC of the patients in the swollen MDP subgroup (96.1%) was higher than that of patients in the distorted MDP subgroup (81.8%, P = 0.030). The total and specific complications of the patients of the NKP group were similar to those of the NKF group (P > 0.05). CONCLUSIONS NKP and NKF, as selected on the basis of MDP anatomy, are equally safe and highly efficient for patients with DBC to allow biliary cannulation. Patients with swollen MDPs had a higher ISRBC than patients with distorted MDPs. Selecting a precut method based on MDP anatomy is an effective and safe strategy for patients with DBC.
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- Qi-Sheng Zhang
- Department of Gastroenterology, Shanghai Fourth People's Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 1279 Sanmen Road, Shanghai, 200434, China.
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Shanghai Fourth People's Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 1279 Sanmen Road, Shanghai, 200434, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Shanghai Fourth People's Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 1279 Sanmen Road, Shanghai, 200434, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Shanghai Fourth People's Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 1279 Sanmen Road, Shanghai, 200434, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Shanghai Fourth People's Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 1279 Sanmen Road, Shanghai, 200434, China
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Fernandes J, Canena J, Moreira M, Alexandrino G, Figueiredo L, Araújo T, Lourenço L, Horta D, Lopes L. Needle knife fistulotomy in flat and diverticular papillae: Is it time for redemption? Hepatobiliary Pancreat Dis Int 2022; 21:175-181. [PMID: 34799254 DOI: 10.1016/j.hbpd.2021.11.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2021] [Accepted: 10/20/2021] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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BACKGROUND European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ESGE) recommends needle-knife fistulotomy (NKF) as the preferred precut technique in cases when standard cannulation techniques fail. Despite scarce scientific evidence, flat and diverticular papillae are thought not to be ideal for NKF, as they are associated with poor outcomes. The present study aimed to determine the outcomes of the use of NKF in relation to flat and intradiverticular papillae. METHODS This prospective multicenter study enrolled consecutive patients, evidencing naïve flat (group A, n = 49) or diverticular papilla (group B, n = 28), who underwent NKF after failure of standard cannulation techniques. Diverticular morphology was subdivided into intradiverticular (group B1, n = 14) and diverticular border papillae (group B2, n = 14), using a previously validated endoscopic classification of the major papilla. The success of biliary cannulation at initial endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), overall biliary cannulation, overall cannulation time, and the rate of adverse events were assessed in the study. RESULTS The initial cannulation rates were 93.9%, 64.3% and 71.4% for group A, B1, and B2, respectively (P = 0.005); overall cannulation rates after a second ERCP were 98.0%, 92.9% and 85.7%, respectively (P = 0.134). Adverse events occurred in 11.7% of patients, with post-ERCP pancreatitis (PEP) being the most common adverse event (10.4%). Although there was a trend towards a higher incidence of PEP in flat papillae, univariate and multivariate analyses did not show any significant relationship between pancreatitis and trainee involvement, papillary morphology, nor overall cannulation time. CONCLUSIONS Although flat papillae are associated with high success rates of biliary cannulation using NKF, the rate of PEP is not negligible. NKF is feasible in diverticular papillae, but it is associated with a modest success rate in the initial ERCP.
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- João Fernandes
- Department of Gastroenterology, Santa Luzia Hospital - Unidade Local de Saúde Alto Minho, Viana do Castelo, Portugal.
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Professor Doutor Fernando Fonseca Hospital, Amadora, Portugal; Department of Gastroenterology, Nova Medical School/Faculty of Medical Sciences, Lisbon, Portugal; University Center of Gastrenterology - Hospital Cuf Tejo, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Santa Luzia Hospital - Unidade Local de Saúde Alto Minho, Viana do Castelo, Portugal
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Professor Doutor Fernando Fonseca Hospital, Amadora, Portugal
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Professor Doutor Fernando Fonseca Hospital, Amadora, Portugal
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Santa Luzia Hospital - Unidade Local de Saúde Alto Minho, Viana do Castelo, Portugal
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Professor Doutor Fernando Fonseca Hospital, Amadora, Portugal
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Professor Doutor Fernando Fonseca Hospital, Amadora, Portugal; Department of Gastroenterology, Nova Medical School/Faculty of Medical Sciences, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Santa Luzia Hospital - Unidade Local de Saúde Alto Minho, Viana do Castelo, Portugal; Life and Health Sciences Research Institute (ICVS), School of Medicine, University of Minho, Braga, Portugal; ICVS/3B's - PT Government Associate Laboratory, Braga/Guimarães, Portugal
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Hookey L, Rai M, Bechara R. Fistulotomy versus standard cannulation as the primary technique for all patients undergoing ERCP with a native papilla: a protocol for a single center randomized controlled trial. Trials 2022; 23:153. [PMID: 35172872 PMCID: PMC8848951 DOI: 10.1186/s13063-022-06084-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2021] [Accepted: 02/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Background Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is an indispensable procedure for the management of pancreaticobiliary diseases. Post-ERCP pancreatitis (PEP) is the most common serious adverse event. One risk factor of PEP is difficulty achieving biliary access. The conventional ERCP technique involves the cannulation of the bile duct via the ampulla of Vater, followed by sphincter incision using electrocautery. Conventionally, if the standard method fails then, precut techniques have been utilized as an alternative means of gaining biliary access. The needle-knife fistulotomy (NKF) technique involves identifying the intra-duodenal segment of the bile duct and uses a needle knife to incise directly into the bile duct. This is done above and away from the natural office, thus minimizing thermal damage which may result in PEP. Our recent prospective study of 50 patients demonstrated the safety and feasibility of the NKF precut technique as a primary means of gaining biliary access. The next step is to conduct a randomized controlled trial to compare the efficacy and safety of initial NKF to the standard cannulation in a non-selective patient population undergoing ERCP. Methods A randomized control trial of 538 consecutive, non-selective patients with pancreaticobiliary disease undergoing ERCP at a tertiary care center in Kingston, Ontario, Canada, will be conducted. Patients will be randomized to one of two treatment groups, standard cannulation or NKF. The primary outcome of the study will be the incidence of PEP. Secondary outcomes will include rate of successful cannulation of the common bile duct (CBD), time to successful cannulation, total procedure time, difficulty of cannulation, and incidence of complications. Discussion This RCT will yield important answers regarding the efficacy and safety of initial NKF to the standard cannulation in a non-selective patient population undergoing ERCP. The results of our study could alter ERCP practices and outcomes if NKF is shown to reduce PEP risk. Trial registration ClinicalTrials.govNCT04559867. Registered on September 23, 2020
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- Lawrence Hookey
- Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada.
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Fernandes J, Canena J, Alexandrino G, Figueiredo L, Rafael M, Moreira M, Araújo T, Lourenço L, Horta D, Familiari P, Dinis-Ribeiro M, Lopes L. Outcomes of single-endoscopist-performed needle-knife fistulotomy for selective biliary access in 842 consecutive patients: learning curve and changes over a 14-year period in a retrospective study. Scand J Gastroenterol 2021; 56:1363-1370. [PMID: 34355615 DOI: 10.1080/00365521.2021.1958369] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS Needle-knife fistulotomy (NKF) has emerged as the preferred precut technique. From a late strategy, NKF has shifted to an early rescue technique and has been used recently as a primary method for biliary access. It is unknown how these changes have affected NKF outcomes. We analyzed the outcomes of NKF over time in a large cohort of patients. METHODS Multicenter retrospective cohort study of 842 patients who underwent NKF for biliary access between 2006 and 2019. Patients were divided into four study periods according to a late or early cannulation strategy and to the use of post-ERCP pancreatitis prophylaxis (Period 1-Period 4). We assessed outcomes of NKF, learning curves and shifts over time. RESULTS Bile duct access was obtained in 88.0% of the patients. The initial cannulation rate increased significantly from 77.5% in P1 to 92.0% in P4 (p < .001). An endoscopist can obtain 80% success rate after performing 100 NKF procedures (95% CI: 0.79-0.86) and a 95% success rate after 830 procedures (95% CI: 0.92-0.98). Adverse events and pancreatitis were observed in 6.5% and 4.9% of patients respectively. The rate of pancreatitis was not significantly different during the 4 periods (p = .190). A decline in the pancreatitis rate was observed from 2006 until 2016 (no trainees) and then an increase until 2019 (trainees involved). The presence of trainees increased the rate of pancreatitis in the last period by 9.9%. CONCLUSIONS The success of NKF has increased significantly over the years, initially in a rapid manner and then more slowly. It is associated with a low rate of complications, which tend to decrease with experience. The involvement of trainees is associated with an increased rate of pancreatitis.
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- João Fernandes
- Department of Gastroenterology, Santa Luzia Hospital, Unidade Local de Saúde Alto Minho, Viana do Castelo, Portugal.,Life and Health Sciences Research Institute (ICVS), School of Medicine, University of Minho, Braga, Portugal.,ICVS/3B's, PT Government Associate Laboratory, Braga/Guimarães, Portugal
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Professor Doutor Fernando Fonseca Hospital, Amadora, Portugal.,Department of Gastroenterology, Nova Medical School/Faculty of Medical Sciences, Lisbon, Portugal.,Cintesis, Center for Health Technology and Services Research, Porto, Portugal
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Professor Doutor Fernando Fonseca Hospital, Amadora, Portugal
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Professor Doutor Fernando Fonseca Hospital, Amadora, Portugal
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Professor Doutor Fernando Fonseca Hospital, Amadora, Portugal
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Santa Luzia Hospital, Unidade Local de Saúde Alto Minho, Viana do Castelo, Portugal
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Santa Luzia Hospital, Unidade Local de Saúde Alto Minho, Viana do Castelo, Portugal
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Professor Doutor Fernando Fonseca Hospital, Amadora, Portugal
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Professor Doutor Fernando Fonseca Hospital, Amadora, Portugal.,Department of Gastroenterology, Nova Medical School/Faculty of Medical Sciences, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Digestive Endoscopy Unit, Agostino Gemelli University Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Digestive Endoscopy Unit, Agostino Gemelli University Hospital, Rome, Italy.,Department of Gastroenterology, Portuguese Oncology Institute of Porto, Porto, Portugal
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Santa Luzia Hospital, Unidade Local de Saúde Alto Minho, Viana do Castelo, Portugal.,Life and Health Sciences Research Institute (ICVS), School of Medicine, University of Minho, Braga, Portugal.,ICVS/3B's, PT Government Associate Laboratory, Braga/Guimarães, Portugal
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Troubleshooting Difficult Bile Duct Access: Advanced ERCP Cannulation Techniques, Percutaneous Biliary Drainage, or EUS-Guided Rendezvous Technique? GASTROENTEROLOGY INSIGHTS 2021. [DOI: 10.3390/gastroent12040039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Despite experienced hands and availability of various well-designed catheters and wires, selective bile duct cannulation may still fail in 10–20% of cases during endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). In case standard ERCP cannulation technique fails, salvage options include advanced ERCP cannulation techniques such as double-guidewire technique (DGW) with or without pancreatic stenting and precut papillotomy, percutaneous biliary drainage (PBD), and endoscopic ultrasound-guided Rendezvous (EUS-RV) ERCP. If the pancreatic duct is inadvertently entered during cannulation attempts, DGW technique is a reasonable next step, which can be followed by pancreatic stenting to reduce risks of post-ERCP pancreatitis (PEP). Studies suggest that early precut papillotomy is not associated with a higher risk of PEP, while needle-knife fistulotomy is the preferred method. For patients with critical clinical condition who may not be fit for endoscopy, surgically altered anatomy in which endoscopic biliary drainage is not feasible, and non-communicating multisegmental biliary obstruction, PBD has a unique role to provide successful biliary drainage efficiently in this particular population. As endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)-guided biliary drainage techniques advance, EUS-RV ERCP has been increasingly employed to guide bile duct access and cannulation with satisfactory clinical outcomes and is especially valuable for benign pathology at centres where expertise is available. Endoscopists should become familiar with each technique’s advantages and limitations before deciding the most appropriate treatment that is tailored to patient’s anatomy and clinical needs.
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Dietrich CF, Bekkali NL, Burmeister S, Dong Y, Everett SM, Hocke M, Ignee A, On W, Hebbar S, Oppong K, Sun S, Jenssen C, Braden B. Controversies in ERCP: Technical aspects. Endosc Ultrasound 2021; 11:27-37. [PMID: 34677144 PMCID: PMC8887038 DOI: 10.4103/eus-d-21-00102] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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The aim of the series of papers on controversies of biliopancreatic drainage procedures is to discuss pros and cons of the varying clinical practices and techniques in ERCP and EUS for drainage of biliary and pancreatic ducts. While the first part focuses on indications, clinical and imaging prerequisites prior to ERCP, sedation options, post-ERCP pancreatitis prophylaxis, and other related technical topics, the second part discusses specific procedural ERCP techniques including precut techniques and their timing as well as management algorithms. In addition, reviews on controversies in EUS-guided bile duct and pancreatic drainage procedures are under preparation.
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- Christoph F Dietrich
- Department of Ultrasound, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, China; Johann Wolfgang Goethe University, Frankfurt/Main, Germany; Department of Allgemeine Innere Medizin, Kliniken Hirslanden Beau Site, Salem und Permanence, Bern, Switzerland
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- Translational Gastroenterology Unit, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford, United Kingdom
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- Surgical Gastroenterology Unit, Groote Schuur Hospital, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Department of Ultrasound, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Medical Department, Helios Klinikum Meiningen, Germany
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- Medical Department 2, Caritas-Krankenhaus, Uhlandstr 7, D-97980 Bad Mergentheim, Germany
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- Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds, United Kingdom
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- University Hospitals of North Midlands, United Kingdom
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- HPB Unit, Freeman Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
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- Endoscopy Center, ShengJing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
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- Krankenhaus Märkisch-Oderland, Department of Internal Medicine, Strausberg; Brandenburg Institute for Clinical Ultrasound (BICUS) at Medical University Brandenburg, Neuruppin, Germany
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- Translational Gastroenterology Unit, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford, United Kingdom; Johann Wolfgang Goethe University, Frankfurt/Main, Germany
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Efficacy and safety of primary, early and late needle-knife fistulotomy for biliary access. Sci Rep 2021; 11:16658. [PMID: 34404873 PMCID: PMC8371017 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-96142-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2020] [Accepted: 08/02/2021] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy recommends needle-knife fistulotomy (NKF) as the preferred precut technique. However, there is little information on whether NKF performed at different times is associated with different success and adverse event rates. We compared the outcomes of 3 different timings of NKF. This was an observational study conducted at 4 institutions and this was a retrospective analysis of prospectively collected data. We included 330 consecutive patients submitted to NKF attempt for biliary access. Patients were divided into three groups: NKF as an initial procedure for biliary access (group A, n = 121); early NKF defined as after 5 min, 5 attempts, or 2 pancreatic passages (group B, n = 99); and late NKF: after at least 10 min of unsuccessful standard biliary cannulation (group C, n = 110). We assessed the success rate of biliary cannulation at initial ERCP, time to perform NKF until biliary cannulation, overall biliary cannulation rate (second ERCP when initial failure), adverse event rate, and predictors of post-ERCP pancreatitis (PEP). The initial cannulation rate was 98%, 91% and 94% for groups A, B and C respectively, p = 0.08, whereas overall biliary cannulation rate was 100%, 95% and 98%, p = 0.115. The adverse event rate/PEP was 4.1%/2.5%, 7.1%/4% and 10.9%/8.2%, for groups A, B and C respectively, (p = 0.197 and p = 0.190). Median time for creating the fistula was A = 4.0 min, B = 3.2 min, and C = 5.6 min, p < 000.1. Each additional minute spent attempting cannulation increased the odds ratio (OR) for PEP by 1.072, and patients with 3 or more risk factors for pancreatitis had a higher chance of PEP. In conclusion, the timing of NFK does not appear to influence success rates but late NFK is associated with a higher time to create a fistula and an increased risk of pancreatitis. Primary NFK is associated with a high rate of success and a low rate of PEP and deserves additional investigation.
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Canena J, Lopes L, Fernandes J, Costa P, Arvanitakis M, Koch AD, Poley JW, Jimenez J, Dominguez-Munõz E, Familiari P, Bruno MJ, Dinis-Ribeiro M. Influence of a novel classification of the papilla of Vater on the outcome of needle-knife fistulotomy for biliary cannulation. BMC Gastroenterol 2021; 21:147. [PMID: 33794778 PMCID: PMC8017832 DOI: 10.1186/s12876-021-01735-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/26/2020] [Accepted: 03/23/2021] [Indexed: 02/03/2023] Open
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Background Existing proposed classification systems for the Papilla of Vater (PV) suboptimally account for all relevant, encountered PV appearances, are too complex or have not been assessed for intra- or interobserver variability. We proposed a novel endoscopic classification system for PV, determined its inter- and intraobserver rates and used the classification system to assess whether the success and complications of needle-knife fistulotomy (NKF) are influenced by the morphology of the PV. Methods The classification system was developed by expert endoscopists. To evaluate the inter- and intraobserver agreement, an online questionnaire was sent to 20 endoscopists from several countries (10 experts and 10 nonexperts) that included 50 images of papillae of Vater divided among various categories. Four weeks later, a second survey, with the images from the first questionnaire randomly reordered, was sent to the same endoscopists. The inter- and intraobserver agreements among the experts and nonexperts was calculated. Using the proposed classification system, all 361 consecutive patients who underwent NKF for biliary access to a naïve papilla were prospectively enrolled in the study. Results The novel classification system comprises 7 categories: type I, flat type, lacking an oral protrusion; type IIA, prominent tubular nonpleated type, with an oral protrusion and < 1 transverse fold over the oral protrusion; type IIB, prominent tubular pleated type, with an oral protrusion and > 2 transverse folds over the oral protrusion; type IIC: prominent bulging type, with an enlarged and bulging oral protrusion; type IIIA, diverticular-intradiverticular type, with a papillary orifice inside the diverticulum; type IIIB: diverticular-diverticular border type, with a papillary orifice less than 2 cm from the diverticular border; type IV: unclassified papilla, with no morphology classified in the other categories. The interobserver agreement between experts was substantial (K = 0.611, 95% CI 0.498–0.709) and was higher than that between nonexperts (K = 0.516; 95% CI 0.410–0.636). The intraobserver agreement was substantial among both experts (K = 0,651; 95% CI 0.586–0.715) and nonexperts (K = 0.646, 95% CI 0.615–0.677). In a multivariate model, type IIIA and IIIB were the only independent risk factors for difficult rescue NKF biliary cannulation (P = 0.003 and P = 0.019, respectively), and type I and type IIB were the only independent risk factors for a prolonged cannulation time using NKF (P < 0.001 and P = 0.005, respectively). Conclusions The novel endoscopic classification system for PV is highly reproducible among experienced ERCPists according to the substantial level of agreement between experts. However, nonexperts require further training in its use. Using the novel classification system, we identified different types of papillae significantly associated with a lower efficacy of NKF and a prolonged time to obtain successful biliary cannulation using NKF.
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- Jorge Canena
- Department of Gastroenterology, Professor Doutor Fernando Fonseca Hospital, IC 19, 2720276, Amadora, Portugal. .,Department of Gastroenterology, Nova Medical School/Faculty of Medical Sciences, Lisbon, Portugal. .,University Center of Gastroenterology, Hospital Cuf Tejo, Lisbon, Portugal. .,Cintesis - Center for Health Technology and Services Research, Porto, Portugal.
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Santa Luzia Hospital - Unidade Local de Saúde Alto Minho, Viana do Castelo, Portugal.,Life and Health Sciences Research Institute (ICVS), School of Medicine, University of Minho, Braga, Portugal.,ICVS/3B's - PT Government Associate Laboratory, Braga/Guimarães, Portugal
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Santa Luzia Hospital - Unidade Local de Saúde Alto Minho, Viana do Castelo, Portugal
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- Life and Health Sciences Research Institute (ICVS), School of Medicine, University of Minho, Braga, Portugal.,ICVS/3B's - PT Government Associate Laboratory, Braga/Guimarães, Portugal
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Digestive Oncology, Erasme University Hospital Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Erasmus MC Cancer Institute, University Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Erasmus MC Cancer Institute, University Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Endoscopy Unit. Hospital Marques de Valdecilla, Santander, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, University Hospital of Santiago de Compostela, Santiago de Compostela, Spain
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- Digestive Endoscopy Unit, Agostino Gemelli University Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Erasmus MC Cancer Institute, University Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Cintesis - Center for Health Technology and Services Research, Porto, Portugal.,Department of Gastroenterology, Portuguese Oncology Institute of Porto, Porto, Portugal
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Maharshi S, Sharma SS. Early precut versus primary precut sphincterotomy to reduce post-ERCP pancreatitis: randomized controlled trial (with videos). Gastrointest Endosc 2021; 93:586-593. [PMID: 32615179 DOI: 10.1016/j.gie.2020.06.064] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2020] [Accepted: 06/21/2020] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS Precut sphincterotomy, usually performed after prolonged and failed cannulation, is considered a risk factor for post-ERCP pancreatitis (PEP). There are limited studies on primary needle-knife precut for the prevention of PEP. The aim of this study was to assess the safety and efficacy of primary precut. METHODS A randomized controlled trial was conducted in a tertiary care setting on patients who underwent ERCP. Patients were randomized to very early precut (group A, precut after 2 failed attempts of wire-guided sphincterotome cannulation) and primary precut (group B, direct needle-knife precut). All procedures were done by an experienced endoscopist. The primary outcome of the study was to compare the incidence of PEP between the 2 groups. RESULTS Three hundred three patients were randomized to group A (n = 152, age 48.2 ± 15.4 years, 61 men) and group B (n = 151, age 46.7 ± 13.8 years, 65 men). There was no significant difference in baseline characteristics and indications for ERCP between the 2 groups. Development of PEP (5.2% vs .67%; P = .04) and asymptomatic hyperamylasemia (12.5% vs 2.6%; P = .01) were lower in group B compared with group A. The bile duct cannulation time (13.8 ± 2.2 vs 7.2 ± 1.7 minutes; P = .001) was lower in group B, whereas the overall cannulation success rate (98% vs 98.6%; P = 1.0) was similar in both the groups. CONCLUSIONS Primary precut by an experienced endoscopist results in low risk of PEP. (Clinical trial registration number: CTRI/2017/08/009510.).
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- Sudhir Maharshi
- Department of Gastroenterology, SMS Medical College and Hospitals, Jaipur, India
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- Department of Gastroenterology, SMS Medical College and Hospitals, Jaipur, India
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Peñaloza Ramírez A, Rodríguez Tello D, Murillo Arias A, Barreto Pérez J, Aponte Ordóñez P. Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography results three days after a failed pre-cut. REVISTA ESPANOLA DE ENFERMEDADES DIGESTIVAS 2020; 113:486-489. [PMID: 33228371 DOI: 10.17235/reed.2020.7288/2020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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INTRODUCTION deep cannulation of the common bile duct is essential in endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). However, cannulation is not possible in approximately 20 % of the cases with the usual techniques. Pre-cutting is an alternative that allows cannulation in difficult cases although its success is not guaranteed. Repeating the ERCP within three days of a failed pre-cut is an acceptable option. OBJECTIVE to determine if an ERCP performed three days after a failed pre-cut papillotomy allows the bile duct to be cannulated without increasing complication rates. PATIENTS AND METHODS patients who underwent an ERCP plus pre-cut were included, in whom the common bile duct could not be cannulated and who also underwent a new ERCP three days after the initial pre-cut. The primary objective was a successful biliary cannulation in the second ERCP and the secondary objective were the complications of the initial pre-cut. RESULTS forty patients with an average age of 65 years were identified and 57 % were male. The indications for ERCP were choledocholithiasis in 95 %, biliary fistula in 2.5 % and pancreatic neoplasia in 2.5 %. The ERCP was repeated three days later in 92.5 % of the cases and the biliary cannulation was successful in 78.3 %. CONCLUSIONS a new ERCP performed within three days of a failed pre-cut is justifiable since it has a significant success rate. Bile duct cannulation is achieved in three out of four patients, with an acceptable percentage of complications.
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- Arecio Peñaloza Ramírez
- Gastroenterología y Endoscopia Digestiva, Fundación Universitaria de Ciencias de la Salud - Sociedad de Cirugía de Bogotá, Colombia
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- Gastroenterologia y Endoscopia Digestiva, Fundación Universitaria de Ciencias de la Salud - Sociedad de Cirugía de Bogotá, Colombia
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- Gastroenterología y Endoscopia Digestiva, Fundación Universitaria de Ciencias de la Salud - Sociedad de Cirugía de Bogotá, Colombia
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- Gastroenterologia y Endoscopia Digestiva, Fundación Universitaria de Ciencias de la Salud - Sociedad de Cirugía de Bogotá, Colombia
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- Gastroenterologia y Endoscopia Digestiva, Fundación Universitaria de Ciencias de la Salud - Sociedad de Cirugía de Bogotá, Colombia
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Yan J, Zhou CX, Wang C, Li YY, Yang LY, Chen YX, Hu JJ, Li GH. Risk factors for delayed hemorrhage after endoscopic sphincterotomy. Hepatobiliary Pancreat Dis Int 2020; 19:467-472. [PMID: 31983673 DOI: 10.1016/j.hbpd.2019.12.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2019] [Accepted: 12/25/2019] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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BACKGROUND Hemorrhage is one of the most serious complications of endoscopic sphincterotomy (EST). The risk factors for delayed hemorrhage are not clear. This study aimed to explore the risk factors for post-EST delayed hemorrhage and suggest some precautionary measures. METHODS This study analyzed 8477 patients who successfully underwent endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and EST between January 2007 and June 2015 in the First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University. Univariate and multivariate analyses were performed to find the risk factors for delayed hemorrhage after EST. RESULTS Of the 8477 patients screened, 137 (1.62%) experienced delayed hemorrhage. Univariate analysis showed that male, the severity of jaundice, duodenal papillary adenoma and carcinoma, diabetes, intraoperative bleeding, moderate and large incisions, and directional deviation of incision were risk factors for post-EST delayed hemorrhage (P < 0.05). Multivariate analysis showed that intraoperative bleeding [odds ratio (OR) = 3.326; 95% CI: 1.785-6.196; P < 0.001] and directional deviation of incision (OR = 2.184; 95% CI: 1.266-3.767; P = 0.005) were independent risk factors for post-EST delayed hemorrhage. CONCLUSIONS Delayed hemorrhage is the most common and dangerous complication of EST. Intraoperative bleeding and directional deviation of incision are independent risk factors for post-EST delayed hemorrhage.
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- Jing Yan
- Department of Gastroenterology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, China
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- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, China.
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Hnaris K, Taylor C, Hookey L, Bechara R. Fistulotomy-First Approach is Safe and Effective in Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiography: Results of a Prospective Case Series. J Can Assoc Gastroenterol 2020; 4:173-178. [PMID: 34337317 PMCID: PMC8320265 DOI: 10.1093/jcag/gwaa025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2020] [Accepted: 07/10/2020] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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Background and Aims The aim of this study was to assess the safety and efficacy of using needle-knife fistulotomy (NKF) as a primary cannulation technique in patients undergoing endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) with a native papilla. Patients and Methods This prospective feasibility study enrolled 50 patients between December 2018 and June 2019. The procedure was performed by two expert endoscopists (R.B. and L.H.). The primary outcome was the incidence of post-ERCP pancreatitis. Other variables assessed included the success rate of cannulation of the common bile duct (CBD), time to successful cannulation, and incidence of adverse events. Results Between December 2018 and June 2019, 50 patients enrolled in the study. The mean age was 63.4 years (standard deviation 18.1), and there were 26 females. Indications included biliary obstruction secondary to malignancy (n = 14) and choledocholithiasis (n = 36). Successful cannulation of the CBD through the fistulotomy occurred in 49/50 cases. The time to successful cannulation was 5.1 minutes (range 0.5 to 23 minutes). Mild acute pancreatitis occurred in two cases (4%). Post-ERCP bleeding occurred in three patients (6%) Conclusions In this pilot study, NKF was used as the primary biliary access technique and it was demonstrated that it appears to be at least as safe as the traditional access technique with a sphinctertome. However, its role as a primary cannulation technique requires further investigation with multicenter, randomized control studies.
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- Konstantinos Hnaris
- Gastrointestinal Diseases Research Unit, Queen’s University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada
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- Gastrointestinal Diseases Research Unit, Queen’s University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada
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- Gastrointestinal Diseases Research Unit, Queen’s University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada
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- Gastrointestinal Diseases Research Unit, Queen’s University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada
- Correspondence: Robert Bechara, MD FRCPC, Division of Gastroenterology, Hotel Dieu Hospital, 166 Brock Street, Kingston, Ontario K7L 5G2, Canada, e-mail:
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Liang KS, Chen CC, Liao WC, Kuo YT, Tseng LW, He WT, Wang HP. Comparison between transpancreatic sphincterotomy and needle-knife fistulotomy in difficulty biliary access, a retrospective study in Taiwan. BMC Gastroenterol 2020; 20:194. [PMID: 32560698 PMCID: PMC7304153 DOI: 10.1186/s12876-020-01323-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2019] [Accepted: 05/28/2020] [Indexed: 01/24/2023] Open
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Background Selective deep biliary cannulation is the first and the most important step before further biliary therapy. Transpancreatic sphincterotomy (TPS), and needle knife fistulotomy (NKF) were commonly used in patients with difficult cannulation, but few studies compare the outcome between TPS and NKF. Methods A total of 78 patients who met the criteria of difficult cannulation in the National Taiwan University hospital from October 2015 to October 2017 were retrospectively reviewed. Their baseline demographics, success rate of biliary cannulation, and the rate of adverse events were assessed. Results 31 patients and 47 patients underwent TPS and NKF for difficult biliary access, respectively. The characteristics of the 2 groups were similar, but patients in TPS group had more frequent pancreatic duct cannulation. Bile duct cannulation was successful in 23 patients (74.2%) in the TPS group and 39 (83.0%) in the NKF group (P = 0.34). There was no difference between the TPS and NKF in the rate of adverse events, including post-ERCP pancreatitis (PEP) (16.1% vs. 6.4%, p = 0.17), and hemorrhage (3.2% vs. 8.5%, p = 0.35). No perforation occurred. Conclusions Both TPS and NKF have good biliary access rate in patient with difficult cannulation. TPS has acceptable successful rate and similar complication rate, compared with NKF.
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- Kai-Shun Liang
- Department of Internal Medicine, Fu Jen Catholic University Hospital, New Taipei City, Taiwan
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Internal Medicine, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan.,Department of Internal Medicine, College of Medicine, National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Internal Medicine, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan.,Department of Internal Medicine, College of Medicine, National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Internal Medicine, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan.,Integrated Diagnostics and Therapeutics, National Taiwan University Hospital, National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Fu Jen Catholic University Hospital, New Taipei City, Taiwan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Fu Jen Catholic University Hospital, New Taipei City, Taiwan
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Internal Medicine, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan. .,Department of Internal Medicine, College of Medicine, National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan. .,Integrated Diagnostics and Therapeutics, National Taiwan University Hospital, National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan.
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- Erik Haraldsson
- Division of Surgery, Department of Clinical Science, Intervention, and Technology, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden; Department of Surgery, Skaraborg Hospital, Skövde, Sweden
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- Division of Surgery, Department of Clinical Science, Intervention, and Technology, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden; Department of Upper GI Diseases, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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Pereira Lima JC, Arciniegas Sanmartin ID, Latrônico Palma B, Oliveira Dos Santos CE. Risk Factors for Success, Complications, and Death after Endoscopic Sphincterotomy for Bile Duct Stones: A 17-Year Experience with 2,137 Cases. Dig Dis 2020; 38:534-541. [PMID: 32187605 DOI: 10.1159/000507321] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2019] [Accepted: 03/17/2020] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND Risk factors for post-endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) complications are well-studied. However, risk factors for complications and success after endoscopic sphincterotomy (EST) for duct stones are poorly determined. This study aimed to verify risk factors for mortality, complications, and success after EST. METHODS A multivariate analysis was carried out in a dataset of ERCPs performed during 17 years. RESULTS A total of5,226 ERCPs were performed, of which 2,137 were in patients with bile duct stones (1,458 women and 679 men; mean age = 57 years) who underwent EST with attempted stone removal. There were 171 (8%) complications, with pancreatitis in 87 (4.1%), bleeding in 48 (2.2%), other complications in 36 (1.8%), and mortality of 0.6%. Successful stone(s) removal was obtained in 2,028 cases (94.9%). On multivariate analysis, mortality was associated with age >60 years (1 vs. 0.2%), cholangitis (4.3 vs. 0.3%), and EST-related complications (5.8 vs. 0.2%). Complications were associated with unsuccessful stone removal (13.4 vs. 7.5%) and difficult cannulation (13.9 vs. 5.4%). An unsuccessful EST was independently related to difficult cannulation (86.2 vs. 98.7%), precutting (79.4 vs. 96.4%), and complications (86.5 vs. 95.6%). CONCLUSIONS Risk factors for complications after EST for stones are delayed bile duct cannulation and failed stone retrieval. Mortality is higher in older patients, those who presented with an EST-related complication, or those who presented initially with cholangitis. Difficult cannulation, EST-related complications, and precutting were associated with an unsuccessful procedure. In this series, outpatient EST with attempted stone retrieval was found to be as safe as performing the procedure in hospitalized patients.
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- Júlio Carlos Pereira Lima
- Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Endoscopy, Santa Casa Hospital, Federal University of Health Sciences of Porto Alegre (UFCSPA), Porto Alegre, Brazil
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Endoscopy, Santa Casa Hospital, Federal University of Health Sciences of Porto Alegre (UFCSPA), Porto Alegre, Brazil,
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Endoscopy, Santa Casa Hospital, Federal University of Health Sciences of Porto Alegre (UFCSPA), Porto Alegre, Brazil
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Should we use papilla morphology to estimate the size of the terminal common bile duct during endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography? Eur J Gastroenterol Hepatol 2020; 32:181-186. [PMID: 31834048 DOI: 10.1097/meg.0000000000001623] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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OBJECTIVE A small common bile duct (CBD) diameter has been associated with complications and with a difficult biliary cannulation. Previous studies suggested that this diameter can be predicted during the endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) simply by observing the papillary morphology. Despite this published suggestion there is no study addressing this topic. This study evaluated a possible association between the morphology of the major papilla and the diameter of the terminal CBD (t-CBD). METHODS Observational cross-sectional study including consecutive patients with naïve papillae was referred for ERCP in two affiliated university hospitals. The transverse (p-transv) and longitudinal measures (p-long) of the papilla were obtained using a visual method. Papillae were classified into nonprominent, prominent, bulging or other. The t-CBD was measured 1 cm from the papilla using fluoroscopic images in prone/supine. Measurements were performed by two senior endoscopists and outcomes were evaluated using correlation and linear regression model. RESULTS We included 245 patients with a median age of 76 years. The median p-transv for each type of papillae was as follows: nonprominent = 6 mm, prominent = 9 mm, bulging = 15 mm and other = 6 mm; P < 0.001. The median t-CBD for nonprominent = 7.62 mm, prominent = 8.34 mm, bulging = 8.60 mm and other = 8.52 mm; P = 0.40. The correlation between the transverse and longitudinal measures of papilla and the t-CBD were 0.0092 and 0.0614, respectively. In the regression model, the t-CBD diameter was not explained by papilla's size or morphology (R = 1.70%; P = 0.80). CONCLUSION The morphology of the papilla must not be used as a predictor of the diameter of the CBD as there is no correlation between these two items.
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Shih HY, Hsu WH, Kuo CH. Postendoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography pancreatitis. Kaohsiung J Med Sci 2019; 35:195-201. [PMID: 30887733 DOI: 10.1002/kjm2.12040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2018] [Accepted: 01/09/2019] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) has been a mainstay examination to clarify the biliary and pancreatic system. Not just diagnostic purpose, it could achieve therapeutic goal. Under the trend of more and more procedures about ERCP being interventional, the rate of adverse events after the procedure is increasing. Among them, post-ERCP pancreatitis (PEP) is the most common and sometimes tremendous complication. This mini-review will overview the PEP from definition, pathogenesis, and risk factors to prevention.
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- Hsiang-Yao Shih
- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan.,Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan.,Department of Internal Medicine, Kaohsiung Municipal Hsiao-Kang Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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Wen J, Li T, Lu Y, Bie LK, Gong B. Comparison of efficacy and safety of transpancreatic septotomy, needle-knife fistulotomy or both based on biliary cannulation unintentional pancreatic access and papillary morphology. Hepatobiliary Pancreat Dis Int 2019; 18:73-78. [PMID: 30518483 DOI: 10.1016/j.hbpd.2018.11.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2018] [Accepted: 11/21/2018] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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BACKGROUND Precut sphincterotomy has been widely performed to facilitate selective biliary access when standard cannulation attempts failed during endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). However, scarce data are available on different precut techniques for difficult biliary cannulation. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of transpancreatic septotomy (TPS), needle-knife fistulotomy (NKF) or both based on the presence of unintentional pancreatic access and papillary morphology. METHODS Between March 2008 and December 2016, 157 consecutive patients undergoing precutting for an inaccessible bile duct during ERCP were identified. Precut techniques were chosen depending on repetitive inadvertent pancreatic cannulation and the papillary morphology. We retrospectively assessed the rates of cannulation success and procedure-related complications among three groups, namely TPS, NKF, and TPS followed by NKF. RESULTS The baseline characteristics of the three groups were comparable. The overall success rate of biliary cannulation reached 98.1%, including 111 of 113 (98.2%) with TPS, 35 of 36 (97.2%) with NKF and 8 of 8 (100%) with NKF following TPS, without significant difference among groups. The incidences of total complications and post-ERCP pancreatitis were 9.6% and 7.6%, respectively. There was a trend towards less frequent post-ERCP pancreatitis after NKF (0%) compared with 11 cases (9.7%) after TPS and one case (12.5%) after NKF following TPS, but not significantly different (P = 0.07). No severe adverse event occurred during this study period. CONCLUSIONS The choice of precut techniques by the presence of unintended pancreatic access and the papillary morphology brought about a high success rate without increasing risk in difficult biliary cannulation.
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- Jun Wen
- Digestive Endoscopy Center, Department of Gastroenterology, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200025, China
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- Digestive Endoscopy Center, Department of Gastroenterology, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200025, China
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- Digestive Endoscopy Center, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou 510655, China
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- Digestive Endoscopy Center, Department of Gastroenterology, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200025, China
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- Digestive Endoscopy Center, Department of Gastroenterology, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200025, China.
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Transpancreatic Sphincterotomy Is Effective and Safe in Expert Hands on the Short Term. Dig Dis Sci 2019; 64:2429-2444. [PMID: 31055720 PMCID: PMC6704096 DOI: 10.1007/s10620-019-05640-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2018] [Accepted: 04/23/2019] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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In cases of difficult biliary cannulation, transpancreatic sphincterotomy (TPS) can be an alternative approach of biliary access. However, its success and safety profile have not been studied in detail. A systematic review and meta-analysis were performed to study the overall cannulation success and adverse events of TPS. These outcomes were also compared to other advanced cannulation methods. A systematic literature search was conducted to find all relevant articles containing data on TPS. Successful biliary cannulation and complications rates [post-ERCP pancreatitis (PEP), bleeding, and perforation rates] were compared in the pooled analyses of prospective comparative studies. The overall outcomes were calculated involving all studies on TPS. TPS was superior compared to needle-knife precut papillotomy (NKPP) and the double-guidewire method (DGW) regarding cannulation success (odds ratio [OR] 2.32; 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.37-3.93; and OR 2.72; 95% CI 1.30-5.69, respectively). The rate of PEP did not differ between TPS and NKPP or DGW; however, TPS (only retrospective studies were available for comparison) proved to be worse than needle-knife fistulotomy in this regard (OR 4.62; 95% CI 1.36-15.72). Bleeding and perforation rates were similar among these advanced techniques. There were no data about long-term consequences of TPS. The biliary cannulation rate of TPS is higher than that of the other advanced cannulation techniques, while the safety profile is similar to those. However, no long-term follow-up studies are available on the later consequences of TPS; therefore, such studies are strongly needed for its full evaluation.
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Takano Y, Nagahama M, Niiya F, Kobayashi T, Yamamura E, Maruoka N. Optimal timing for precutting in cases with difficult biliary cannulation. Endosc Int Open 2018; 6:E1015-E1019. [PMID: 30105288 PMCID: PMC6086685 DOI: 10.1055/a-0599-6260] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/06/2018] [Accepted: 02/20/2018] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND AND STUDY AIMS In endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), precutting is widely used when achieving biliary cannulation is difficult. However, no consensus has been reached with regard to the best time to initiate precutting. PATIENTS AND METHODS We retrospectively examined 63 patients who underwent precutting for naïve papilla with difficulty in biliary cannulation between 2009 and 2016. The outcomes of the early precut group (≤ 20 min from cannulation until initiating precutting) and the late precut group (> 20 min) were compared. RESULTS Of the 63 patients, 17 (27 %) were in the early precut group and 46 (73 %) were in the late precut group; median time until the initiating precutting was 28 minutes (7 - 50). No significant difference was observed between the two groups in terms of clinical features (age, sex, and indication for ERCP), precutting method, and rate of pancreatic duct stent placement. Significantly higher rates of successful biliary cannulation were observed in the early precut group (16/17; 94 %) than in the late precut group (32/46; 70 %) ( P < 0.05). In 13 patients in whom precutting was commenced after 40 minutes, the rate of successful biliary cannulation was very low at 53 % (7/13). No significant difference was found between the two groups in terms of incidence of complications (pancreatitis in 5 patients and bleeding in 1 patient). CONCLUSION In actual clinical practice, precutting is commenced approximately 30 minutes after cannulation; however, to successfully achieve biliary cannulation, precutting is recommended to be performed within 20 minutes. Precutting is effective when little inflammation and swelling of the ampulla of Vater is observed. This study was limited in that it was single-center, retrospective and had a small subject sample.
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- Yuichi Takano
- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Showa University Fujigaoka Hospital, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan,Corresponding author Yuichi Takano 1-30 Fujigaoka, Aoba-kuYokohama-shiKanagawa 227-8501Japan+81-45-9731019
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Showa University Fujigaoka Hospital, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Showa University Fujigaoka Hospital, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Showa University Fujigaoka Hospital, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Showa University Fujigaoka Hospital, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Showa University Fujigaoka Hospital, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan
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Wu DX, Chen YD, Liu P. Advances in management of difficult biliary access. Shijie Huaren Xiaohua Zazhi 2017; 25:3149-3154. [DOI: 10.11569/wcjd.v25.i35.3149] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Since the first report of endoscopic retrograde cholangio-pancreatography (ERCP) in 1986 for the diagnosis of biliary-pancreatic disease, ERCP has become an important means for the diagnosis and treatment of biliary-pancreatic disease. At present, although the success rate of endoscopic selective biliary cannulation is more than 90%, there are still 5%-10% of cases with failed cannulation, for which assistive technology is needed as a supplementary to achieve successful cannulation. Repeated attempts correlate with a higher success rate of cannulation, but also extend the operating time and increase the incidence of complications. In recent years, the concept of difficult biliary cannulation has been put forward and gradually accepted by endoscopic physicians. In the cases of difficult biliary cannulation, endoscopic physicians can adjust the cannulation strategy in time to improve the success rate and reduce the complication rate. This paper summarizes the literature published recently to make a systematic review of the advances in the management of difficult biliary cannulation.
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- Dong-Xia Wu
- Department of Gastroenterology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Hunan Normal University, Changsha 410000, Hunan Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Hunan Normal University, Changsha 410000, Hunan Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Hunan Normal University, Changsha 410000, Hunan Province, China
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Colan-Hernandez J, Aldana A, Concepción M, Chavez K, Gómez C, Mendez-bocanegra A, Martínez-Guillen M, Sendino O, Villanueva C, Llach J, Guarner-Argente C, Cárdenas A, Guarner C. Optimal timing for a second ERCP after failure of initial biliary cannulation following precut sphincterotomy: an analysis of experience at two tertiary centers. Surg Endosc 2017; 31:3711-3717. [DOI: 10.1007/s00464-016-5410-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2016] [Accepted: 12/30/2016] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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Jin YJ, Jeong S, Lee DH. Response. Gastrointest Endosc 2017; 86:248-249. [PMID: 28610861 DOI: 10.1016/j.gie.2017.02.032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2017] [Accepted: 02/27/2017] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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- Young-Joo Jin
- Digestive Disease Center, Department of Internal Medicine, Inha University Hospital, Inha University School of Medicine, Incheon, South Korea
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- Digestive Disease Center, Department of Internal Medicine, Inha University Hospital, Inha University School of Medicine, Incheon, South Korea; The National Center of Efficacy Evaluation for the Development of Health Products Targeting Digestive Disorders, Incheon, South Korea
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- Digestive Disease Center, Department of Internal Medicine, Inha University Hospital, Inha University School of Medicine, Incheon, South Korea; The National Center of Efficacy Evaluation for the Development of Health Products Targeting Digestive Disorders, Incheon, South Korea; Utah-Inha DDS and Advanced Therapeutics Research Center, Incheon, South Korea
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Reddy DN, Nabi Z, Lakhtakia S. How to Improve Cannulation Rates During Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography. Gastroenterology 2017; 152:1275-1279. [PMID: 28366733 DOI: 10.1053/j.gastro.2017.03.041] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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- D Nageshwar Reddy
- Department of Gastroenterology, Asian Institute of Gastroenterology, Hyderabad, India.
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Asian Institute of Gastroenterology, Hyderabad, India
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Asian Institute of Gastroenterology, Hyderabad, India
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Tarnasky PR, Kedia P. Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography complications: Techniques to reduce risk and management strategies. GASTROINTESTINAL INTERVENTION 2017. [DOI: 10.18528/gii170004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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- Paul R. Tarnasky
- Methodist Dallas Medical Center, Methodist Digestive Institute, Dallas, TX, USA
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- Methodist Dallas Medical Center, Methodist Digestive Institute, Dallas, TX, USA
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Liao WC, Angsuwatcharakon P, Isayama H, Dhir V, Devereaux B, Khor CJL, Ponnudurai R, Lakhtakia S, Lee DK, Ratanachu-Ek T, Yasuda I, Dy FT, Ho SH, Makmun D, Liang HL, Draganov PV, Rerknimitr R, Wang HP. International consensus recommendations for difficult biliary access. Gastrointest Endosc 2017; 85:295-304. [PMID: 27720741 DOI: 10.1016/j.gie.2016.09.037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 65] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2016] [Accepted: 09/28/2016] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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- Wei-Chih Liao
- Department of Internal Medicine, National Taiwan University Hospital, National Taiwan University College of Medicine, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Anatomy and Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University and King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
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- Baldota Institute of Digestive Sciences, Global Hopsitals, Parel, Mumbai, India
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- University of Queensland, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Department of Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Prince Court Medical Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Asian Institute of Gastroenterology, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Rajavithi Hospital, Rangsit Medical College, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Teikyo University Mizonokuchi Hospital, Kawasaki, Japan
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Universitas Indonesia/Cipto Mangunkusumo National General Hospital, Jakarta, Indonesia
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- Department of Radiology, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung and School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University and King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Internal Medicine, National Taiwan University Hospital, National Taiwan University College of Medicine, Taipei, Taiwan
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Utility of needle-knife fistulotomy as an initial method of biliary cannulation to prevent post-ERCP pancreatitis in a highly selected at-risk group: a single-arm prospective feasibility study. Gastrointest Endosc 2016; 84:808-813. [PMID: 27102829 DOI: 10.1016/j.gie.2016.04.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2015] [Accepted: 04/07/2016] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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BACKGROUND/AIMS The aim of this study was to assess the feasibility of needle-knife fistulotomy (NKF) as an initial procedure for biliary access in patients with stones in the common bile duct (CBD) who were at increased risk for post-ERCP pancreatitis (PEP). METHOD Fifty-five patients who underwent ERCP with NKF for CBD stones at our institution between July 2013, and May 2015, were prospectively enrolled in this study. They had one or more of the following risk factors for PEP: young age (<60 years), female sex, or normal CBD diameter (≤9 mm). The procedure was performed by an expert biliary endoscopist (S.J.). The success rate of biliary cannulation and CBD stone removal, and the incidence rate of adverse events were assessed. RESULTS Seventeen patients had 1 risk factor for PEP, 27 had 2, and 11 had 3. The median procedure times for NKF and CBD stone removal after NKF were 2.1 minutes (range, 0.2-8.7 min) and 6.5 minutes (range, 1.1-28.3 min), respectively. Success rates of CBD cannulation and stone removal using NKF were 96.3% (53/55) and 92.7% (51/55), respectively. None of the patients experienced PEP. Retroperitoneal duodenal perforation occurred in 1 patient (1.8%), but it was successfully treated by conservative management. CONCLUSION NKF might be feasible as an initial procedure for biliary access in patients with CBD stones who are at high risk for PEP if the procedure is performed by an expert biliary endoscopist. (Clinical trial registration number: KCT0001698.).
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Lee TH, Park SH. Optimal Use of Wire-Assisted Techniques and Precut Sphincterotomy. Clin Endosc 2016; 49:467-474. [PMID: 27642848 PMCID: PMC5066416 DOI: 10.5946/ce.2016.103] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/14/2016] [Revised: 08/19/2016] [Accepted: 08/19/2016] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Various endoscopic techniques have been developed to overcome the difficulties in biliary or pancreatic access during endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography, according to the preference of the endoscopist or the aim of the procedures. In terms of endoscopic methods, guidewire-assisted cannulation is a commonly used and well-known initial cannulation technique, or an alternative in cases of difficult cannulation. In addition, precut sphincterotomy encompasses a range of available rescue techniques, including conventional precut, precut fistulotomy, transpancreatic septotomy, and precut after insertion of pancreatic stent or pancreatic duct guidewire-guided septal precut. We present a literature review of guidewire-assisted cannulation as a primary endoscopic method and the precut technique for the facilitation of selective biliary access.
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- Tae Hoon Lee
- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Soon Chun Hyang University Cheonan Hospital, Soon Chun Hyang University College of Medicine, Cheonan, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Soon Chun Hyang University Cheonan Hospital, Soon Chun Hyang University College of Medicine, Cheonan, Korea
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Mukai S, Itoi T. Selective biliary cannulation techniques for endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography procedures and prevention of post- endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography pancreatitis. Expert Rev Gastroenterol Hepatol 2016; 10:709-22. [PMID: 26782710 DOI: 10.1586/17474124.2016.1143774] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Numerous endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) techniques have been reported to achieve selective biliary cannulation success. For standard biliary cannulation procedures, the wire-guided cannulation technique has been reported to reduce the rate of post-ERCP pancreatitis (PEP) and increase the biliary cannulation success rate, although conflicting reports exist. The pancreatic or double-guidewire technique and several precut techniques have been reported as useful techniques in difficult biliary cannulation cases. Although ERCP is a useful endoscopic procedure, the risk of adverse events, particularly post-ERCP pancreatitis, is inevitable. Previous studies and analyses have revealed the risk factors for PEP. The efficacy of prophylactic pancreatic duct stent placement and the administration of rectal nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for preventing PEP has also been reported. Herein, we reviewed reports in the literature regarding the current status of selective biliary cannulation techniques and PEP prevention.
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- Shuntaro Mukai
- a Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology , Tokyo Medical University , Tokyo , Japan
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- a Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology , Tokyo Medical University , Tokyo , Japan
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Kawakami H, Kubota Y, Kawahata S, Kubo K, Kawakubo K, Kuwatani M, Sakamoto N. Transpapillary selective bile duct cannulation technique: Review of Japanese randomized controlled trials since 2010 and an overview of clinical results in precut sphincterotomy since 2004. Dig Endosc 2016; 28 Suppl 1:77-95. [PMID: 26825609 DOI: 10.1111/den.12621] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2015] [Revised: 01/21/2016] [Accepted: 01/24/2016] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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In 1970, a Japanese group reported the first use of endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), which is now carried out worldwide. Selective bile duct cannulation is a mandatory technique for diagnostic and therapeutic ERCP. Development of the endoscope and other devices has contributed to the extended use of ERCP, which has become a basic procedure to diagnose and treat pancreaticobiliary diseases. Various techniques related to selective bile duct cannulation have been widely applied. Although the classical contrast medium injection cannulation technique remains valuable, use of wire-guided cannulation has expanded since the early 2000s, and the technique is now widely carried out in the USA and Europe. Endoscopists must pay particular attention to a patient's condition and make an attendant choice about the most effective technique for selective bile duct cannulation. Some techniques have the potential to shorten procedure time and reduce the incidence of adverse events, particularly post-ERCP pancreatitis. However, a great deal of experience is required and endoscopists must be skilled in a variety of techniques. Although the development of the transpapillary biliary cannulation approach is remarkable, it is important to note that, to date, there have been no reports of transpapillary cannulation preventing post-ERCP pancreatitis. In the present article, selective bile duct cannulation techniques in the context of recent Japanese randomized controlled trials and cases of precut sphincterotomy are reviewed and discussed.
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- Hiroshi Kawakami
- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Hokkaido University Hospital, Sapporo, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Hokkaido University Hospital, Sapporo, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Hokkaido University Hospital, Sapporo, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Hokkaido University Hospital, Sapporo, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Hokkaido University Graduate School of Medicine, Sapporo, Japan
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- Division of Endoscopy, Hokkaido University Hospital, Sapporo, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Hokkaido University Hospital, Sapporo, Japan.,Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Hokkaido University Graduate School of Medicine, Sapporo, Japan
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Lee YJ, Park YK, Lee MJ, Lee KT, Lee KH, Lee JK. Different Strategies for Transpancreatic Septotomy and Needle Knife Infundibulotomy Due to the Presence of Unintended Pancreatic Cannulation in Difficult Biliary Cannulation. Gut Liver 2016; 9:534-9. [PMID: 25963080 PMCID: PMC4477998 DOI: 10.5009/gnl14223] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/02/2023] Open
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Background/Aims Several precut techniques have been used to gain biliary access for difficult cases. The aim of this study was to evaluate the success and complication rates of two precut techniques, transpancreatic septotomy (TPS) and needle knife infundibulotomy (NKI), in difficult biliary cannulation due to the presence of unintended pancreatic cannulation. Methods Eighty-six patients who failed standard biliary cannulation were included. TPS was performed when we failed to achieve biliary access despite 5 minutes of attempted cannulation or when more than three attempted unintended pancreatic cannulations occurred. If deep cannulation was not achieved within 5 minutes for any duct, NKI was performed. If this failed, we crossed over to the other technique in the second attempt. Results The initial total success rate of biliary cannulation was 88.4% (86.6% for the TPS group and 94.7% for the NKI group, p=0.447). After crossover of the techniques, the final success rate was 95.3%. The complication rate was 20.9% in patients with TPS and 15.8% in patients with NKI (p=0.753). Conclusions The use of different strategies based on the presence of unintended pancreatic cannulation may help increase the success rate for difficult biliary cannulation without increasing complication rates.
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- Yoon Jung Lee
- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Mammen A, Haber G. Difficult Biliary Access: Advanced Cannulation and Sphincterotomy Technique. Gastrointest Endosc Clin N Am 2015; 25:619-30. [PMID: 26431594 DOI: 10.1016/j.giec.2015.06.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Many devices and techniques have been developed to assist in cases of difficult biliary cannulation. Guidewire-assisted cannulation has become the first-line technique for biliary cannulation. Precut sphincterotomy can be safe and effective if used soon after encountering difficulty. Pancreatic duct stents are an important adjunct to reduce the risk of post-endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography pancreatitis in difficult access. Ultimately, cannulation success of greater than 95% and complication rates of less than 5% is the standard that endoscopists doing ERCP should achieve.
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- Anish Mammen
- Lenox Hill Hospital, 100 East 77th St., New York, NY 10075, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology, The Center for Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy, Lenox Hill Hospital, 100 East 77th St., New York, NY 10075, USA.
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Sundaralingam P, Masson P, Bourke MJ. Early Precut Sphincterotomy Does Not Increase Risk During Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography in Patients With Difficult Biliary Access: A Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. Clin Gastroenterol Hepatol 2015; 13:1722-1729.e2. [PMID: 26144018 DOI: 10.1016/j.cgh.2015.06.035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 67] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/05/2015] [Revised: 06/10/2015] [Accepted: 06/17/2015] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND & AIMS Use of precut sphincterotomy during endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) can increase the odds for cannulation success but is associated with increased risk of post-ERCP pancreatitis. Earlier, rather than delayed, use of precut sphincterotomy for cases with difficult biliary access might reduce this risk. We performed a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials to determine how early use of precut sphincterotomy affects the risk of pancreatitis and rate of cannulation success compared with persistent standard cannulation. METHODS We searched MEDLINE, EMBASE, and the Cochrane central register of controlled trials, along with meeting abstracts, through August 2014 for randomized controlled trials in which early precut sphincterotomy was compared with persistent standard cannulation in adults with difficult biliary access. Outcomes considered included primary cannulation success, overall cannulation success, incidence of post-ERCP pancreatitis, and overall adverse event rate. Findings from a random-effects model were expressed as pooled risk ratios (RRs) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs). RESULTS We analyzed data from 5 studies (523 participants). The incidence of post-ERCP pancreatitis and success of overall cannulation did not differ significantly between the early precut and persistent standard therapy groups. Early use of precut sphincterotomy was associated with increased odds for primary cannulation success (RR, 1.32; 95% CI, 1.04-1.68). In subgroup analysis of studies that involved only fully qualified biliary endoscopists (not fellows), we found a significant reduction in risk of pancreatitis among patients receiving early precut vs the standard technique (RR, 0.29; 95% CI, 0.10-0.86). CONCLUSION Compared with standard therapy, early use of precut sphincterotomy did not increase the risk of post-ERCP pancreatitis in a meta-analysis. When the procedure is performed by qualified biliary endoscopists, early precut can reduce the risk of post-ERCP pancreatitis. Rates of primary cannulation increase with early precut. Further studies are needed to confirm these findings.
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- Prakalathan Sundaralingam
- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Westmead Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Sydney School of Public Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Westmead Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia; Faculty of Medicine, University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
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Kim SJ, Kang DH, Kim HW, Choi CW, Park SB, Song BJ, Hong YM. Needle-knife fistulotomy vs double-guidewire technique in patients with repetitive unintentional pancreatic cannulations. World J Gastroenterol 2015; 21:5918-5925. [PMID: 26019456 PMCID: PMC4438026 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v21.i19.5918] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2014] [Revised: 01/30/2015] [Accepted: 03/19/2015] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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AIM: To compare the success rates and adverse events of early needle-knife fistulotomy (NKF) and double-guidewire technique (DGT) in patients with repetitive unintentional pancreatic cannulations.
METHODS: From a total of 1650 patients admitted for diagnostic or therapeutic endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) at a single tertiary care hospital (Pusan National University Yangsan Hospital, Yangsan, South Korea) between January 2009 and December 2012, 134 (8.1%) patients with unsuccessful biliary cannulation after 5 min trial of conventional methods, together with 5 or more repetitive unintentional pancreatic cannulations, were enrolled in the study. Early NKF and DGT groups were assigned 67 patients each. In the DGT group, NKF was performed for an additional 7 min if successful cannulation was not achieved.
RESULTS: The success rates with early NKF and the DGT were 79.1% (53/67) and 44.8% (30/67) (P < 0.001), respectively. The incidence of post-ERCP pancreatitis (PEP) was lower in the early NKF group than in the DGT group [4.5% (3/67) vs 14.9% (10/67), P = 0.041]. The mean cannulation times in the early NKF and DGT groups after assignment were 257 s and 312 s (P = 0.013), respectively.
CONCLUSION: Our data suggest that early NKF should be considered as the first approach to selective biliary cannulation in patients with repetitive unintentional pancreatic cannulations.
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Lopes L, Dinis-Ribeiro M, Rolanda C. Response. Gastrointest Endosc 2015; 81:1056-7. [PMID: 25805489 DOI: 10.1016/j.gie.2015.01.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2014] [Accepted: 01/01/2015] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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- Luís Lopes
- Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital of Santa Luzia, Viana do Castelo, Portugal; Life and Health Sciences Research Institute (ICVS), School of Health Sciences, University of Minho, Braga, Portugal; ICVS/3B's, PT Government Associate Laboratory, Guimarães/Braga, Portugal
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- Centre for Research in Health Technologies and Information Systems, Faculty of Medicine, University of Porto, Porto, Portugal; Department of Gastroenterology, IPO Porto, Portugal
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- Life and Health Sciences Research Institute, School of Health Sciences, University of Minho, Braga, Portugal; ICVS/3B's, PT Government Associate Laboratory, Guimarães/Braga, Portugal; Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital of Braga, Braga, Portugal
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Katsinelos P, Lazaraki G, Chatzimavroudis G, Zavos C, Kountouras J. The endoscopic morphology of major papillae influences the selected precut technique for biliary access. Gastrointest Endosc 2015; 81:1056. [PMID: 25805488 DOI: 10.1016/j.gie.2014.11.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2014] [Accepted: 11/09/2014] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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- Panagiotis Katsinelos
- Department of Medicine, Second Medical Clinic, Aristotle University of ThessalonikI, Ippokration Hospital, Thessaloniki, Macedonia, Greece
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- Department of Medicine, Second Medical Clinic, Aristotle University of ThessalonikI, Ippokration Hospital, Thessaloniki, Macedonia, Greece
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- Department of Medicine, Second Medical Clinic, Aristotle University of ThessalonikI, Ippokration Hospital, Thessaloniki, Macedonia, Greece
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- Department of Medicine, Second Medical Clinic, Aristotle University of ThessalonikI, Ippokration Hospital, Thessaloniki, Macedonia, Greece
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- Department of Medicine, Second Medical Clinic, Aristotle University of ThessalonikI, Ippokration Hospital, Thessaloniki, Macedonia, Greece
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Huang L, Yu QS, Zhang Q, Liu JD, Wang Z. Comparison between double-guidewire technique and transpancreatic sphincterotomy technique for difficult biliary cannulation. Dig Endosc 2015; 27:381-7. [PMID: 25284147 DOI: 10.1111/den.12387] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2014] [Accepted: 09/22/2014] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND AIM The aim of the present study was to compare the effectiveness and complications of the double-guidewire technique (DWT) with the transpancreatic sphincterotomy (TPS) technique. METHODS From January 2013 to December 2014, 366 consecutive endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) procedures were carried out. Of 366 procedures, 354 procedures were carried out in patients with native major papilla biliary cannulation. A total of 279 consecutive therapeutic ERCP were included in the study and data of included patients were collected retrospectively. One hundred and thirty-seven procedures (49.1%) were done with DWT and 142 procedures (50.9%) were done with TPS for patients with difficult cannulation. The results and complications of ERCP were compared. RESULTS Success rate of first-attempt cannulation was 62.0% in the DWT group and 81.0% in the TPS group (P = 0.00). Final rate of successful cannulation of the two biliary cannulation techniques was 86.9% and 90.8%, respectively (P = 0.09). Cannulation time in the DWT group was 7.8 ± 1.7 min compared with 3.7 ± 2.3 min in the TPS group (P = 0.00). Overall incidence of post-ERCP pancreatitis (PEP), hemorrhage, perforation and cholangitis was 1.8%, 1.1%, 0.4% and 1.1%, respectively. Adverse event rate was 2.19% in the DWT group and 7.04% in the TPS group (P = 0.04). CONCLUSIONS DWT and TPS procedures were safe and effective. Overall cannulation rate was similar between the groups. Although DWT had a longer cannulation time, it could be considered the preferred technique in patients with failed standard cannulation for lower adverse event rate.
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- Long Huang
- Department of No. 1 Surgery, The First Hospital Affiliated to Anhui Chinese Medical University, Hefei, China
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Risk factors for therapeutic ERCP-related complications: an analysis of 2,715 cases performed by a single endoscopist. Ann Gastroenterol 2014; 24:512-6. [PMID: 24714755 DOI: 10.1097/sle.0000000000000012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is now the exclusive endoscopic therapeutic modality for biliary as well as pancreatic diseases. The aim of the present study was to investigate patient- and procedure-related risk factors for post-ERCP complications in a large-scale study of procedures performed by a single experienced endoscopist. METHODS This is a retrospective cohort study which included a total of 2,715 therapeutic ERCPs enrolled in the final analysis. Potential important patient- and procedure-related risk factors for overall post-ERCP complications, pancreatitis and post-endoscopic sphincterotomy (ES) bleeding were investigated by univariate and multivariate analyses. RESULTS Following the first therapeutic ERCP, 327 patients suffered complications; pancreatitis was observed in 132 (4.9%) patients, hemorrhage in 122 (4.5%) patients, cholangitis in 63 (2.3%) patients, perforation in 3 (0.11%) patients, and basket impaction in 7 (0.26%) patients. History of acute pancreatitis was more common in patients with post-ERCP complications (P<0.001). Female gender, young age (<40 years), periampullary diverticulum, suspected sphincter of Oddi dysfunction, metal stent placement, opacification of main pancreatic duct and suprapapillary fistulotomy were not found to be risk factors for overall post-ERCP complications and post-ERCP pancreatitis (PEP). Multivariate analysis showed a history of acute pancreatitis, difficult cannulation, needle-knife papillotomy, transpancreatic sphincterotomy, opacification of first and second class pancreatic ductules and acinarization as independent risk factors for overall complications and PEP, whereas antiplatelet and anticoagulation drug use were not found to be independent risk factors for post-ES bleeding. CONCLUSIONS The results of this study demonstrate that the endoscopist's experience reduces patient- and procedure-related risk factors for post-ERCP complications.
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Napolitano DA, Rodríguez Bertola X, Sambuelli GM, Vial LH, Torrecillas DA. [Temporary replacement of the common biliary duct by a silicone tube as an urgent repair of iatrogenic injury. Experimental study in pigs]. Cir Esp 2014; 93:187-93. [PMID: 25194225 DOI: 10.1016/j.ciresp.2014.05.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2014] [Revised: 05/12/2014] [Accepted: 05/14/2014] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Surgery of the biliary tract is complex, and its volume has increased with iatrogenic injuries and living donor transplantation. The aim of this study was to analyze if the common duct can be temporarily replaced. We used nine 18-20 kg pigs. They were operated on, and their bile duct was replaced by a 100% silicone tube. All pigs underwent laboratory tests, magnetic resonance imaging, intraoperative ultrasound, cholangiography and biliar manometry with pathological biopsy examination within 60 days from the initial surgery. All pigs survived the first surgery over 60 days without laboratory evidence of evident cholestasis. Nine pigs were re-operated on at 60 days showing dilated common bile duct and hepatic ducts doubling its original size without dilating the intrahepatic bile ducts. There were no clinical, relevant laboratory or biopsy signs showing cholestasis. This experience represents the initial intention to find an optimal situation and prosthesis for replacement of the thin biliary tract, in surgical emergencies or palliative situations. The silicon tube, is a positive answer that remains permeable. A non-fibrotic reaction was found that allows a posterior definitive procedure, maintaining a good nutritional status.
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- Cirugía, Universidad Católica de Córdoba, Córdoba, Argentina
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Baillie J. Reflections on needle-knife papillotomy (with videos). Gastrointest Endosc 2014; 79:822-7. [PMID: 24629420 DOI: 10.1016/j.gie.2014.01.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2013] [Accepted: 01/06/2014] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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- John Baillie
- Medical Gastroenterology, Carteret General Hospital, Morehead City, North Carolina, USA
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Needle-knife precut papillotomy with a small incision over a pancreatic stent improves the success rate and reduces the complication rate in difficult biliary cannulations. JOURNAL OF HEPATO-BILIARY-PANCREATIC SCIENCES 2013; 20:382-8. [PMID: 22993078 DOI: 10.1007/s00534-012-0552-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND Successful precut sphincterotomy (PS) in difficult biliary cannulation (DBC) requires a large incision for deroofing the papilla. However, the high complication rate poses a substantial problem, in addition to the need for expert skills. Pancreatic stent placement could facilitate this procedure. Needle-knife precut papillotomy with a small incision using a layer-by-layer method over a pancreatic stent (NKPP-SIPS) could potentially improve the success rate and reduce the complication rate of PS. AIMS To validate the efficacy, feasibility and safety of NKPP-SIPS in DBC. METHODS Therapeutic endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography with a naïve papilla was performed in 1619 cases between May 2004 and July 2011. We prospectively divided the patients chronologically, in terms of the period during which the procedure was performed, into two groups: group A; needle-knife precut papillotomy (NKPP) performed between April 2004 and October 2006; group B; NKPP-SIPS performed between November 2006 and July 2011. The success rates and complication rates were evaluated. NKPP was performed without pancreatic stent placement and the cut was made starting at the papillary orifice, extended upward over a length of more than 5-10 mm for deroofing the papilla. On the other hand, in NKPP-SIPS, a pancreatic stent was placed initially as a guide, and to prevent post-ERCP pancreatitis, the incision was begun at the papillary orifice in a layer-by-layer fashion and extended upward in 1-2 mm increments, not going beyond the oral protrusion, finally measuring less than 5 mm in length. RESULTS PS was performed in 8.3 % of the patients (134/1619). The cannulation success rate of PS in the entire group was 94.0 % (126/134). NKPP and NKPP-SIPS were performed in 36 and 98 of the patients, respectively. There was one case of major bleeding in group A, and no severe complications in group B. The success rates of bile duct cannulation increased from 86.1 % (31/36) in group A to 96.9 % (95/98) in group B (p = 0.0189). The overall complication rate of PS was YC 33 % (12/36) in group A (major bleeding 8.3 %; mild to moderate pancreatitis 19.4 %; perforation requiring surgery 2.8 %), and 7.1 % (7/98) in group B (mild to moderate pancreatitis 6.1 %; minor perforation 1 %) (p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS NKPP-SIPS has significantly improved the success rate and reduced the complication rate of DBC, proving that a small incision starting at the orifice of the PS is sufficient, feasible and safe in DBC, when a pancreatic stent is inserted at the outset.
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