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Shah P, Bagga C, Talwar D, Kumar S, Acharya S. Mediastinal Eventration of a Pseudocyst of Pancreas Presenting As Acute Shock Syndrome: Expecting the Unexpected. Cureus 2022; 14:e21433. [PMID: 35198332 PMCID: PMC8856912 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.21433] [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] [Accepted: 01/19/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Pancreatic pseudocyst is a usual complication of chronic pancreatitis. Diagnosis is usually established with the help of cross-sectional imaging. Typical presenting complaints are abdominal pain and vomiting. However, atypical presentations of pseudocyst of the pancreas continue to puzzle clinicians throughout the world, leading to difficulty in diagnosis and hence, the development of life-threatening complications. Here, we report a case of a 47-year-old male who was a known case of chronic pancreatitis related to alcoholism presenting with dyspnea, dysphagia, chest pain, and vomiting with a blood pressure of 70/50 mmHg, which upon evaluation revealed to be a case of peripancreatic pseudocysts extending into mediastinum abutting inferior vena cava and right atrium presenting as acute shock syndrome. The patient was managed with ultrasound-guided pigtail insertion and drainage of pseudocyst of pancreas. Eventually, the patient’s clinical condition did not allow for surgical exploration of the thorax and the patient succumbed.
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Oh CH, Lee JK, Song TJ, Park JS, Lee JM, Son JH, Jang DK, Choi M, Byeon JS, Lee IS, Lee ST, Choi HS, Kim HG, Chun HJ, Park CG, Cho JY. Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Endoscopic Management of Peripancreatic Fluid Collections. Clin Endosc 2021; 54:505-521. [PMID: 34305047 PMCID: PMC8357592 DOI: 10.5946/ce.2021.185] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2021] [Accepted: 07/20/2021] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Endoscopic ultrasonography-guided intervention has gradually become a standard treatment for peripancreatic fluid collections (PFCs). However, it is difficult to popularize the procedure in Korea because of restrictions on insurance claims regarding the use of endoscopic accessories, as well as the lack of standardized Korean clinical practice guidelines. The Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (KSGE) appointed a Task Force to develope medical guidelines by referring to the manual for clinical practice guidelines development prepared by the National Evidence-Based Healthcare Collaborating Agency. Previous studies on PFCs were searched, and certain studies were selected with the help of experts. Then, a set of key questions was selected, and treatment guidelines were systematically reviewed. Answers to these questions and recommendations were selected via peer review. This guideline discusses endoscopic management of PFCs and makes recommendations on Indications for the procedure, pre-procedural preparations, optimal approach for drainage, procedural considerations (e.g., types of stent, advantages and disadvantages of plastic and metal stents, and accessories), adverse events of endoscopic intervention, and procedural quality issues. This guideline was reviewed by external experts and suggests best practices recommended based on the evidence available at the time of preparation. This will be revised as necessary to address advances and changes in technology and evidence obtained in clinical practice and future studies.
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- Chi Hyuk Oh
- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Kyung Hee University Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Dongguk University Ilsan Hospital, Goyang, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Inha University Hospital, Incheon, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University Anam Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Inje University Ilsan Paik Hospital, Goyang, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Dongguk University Ilsan Hospital, Goyang, Korea
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- National Evidence-based Healthcare Collaborating Agency, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea Seoul ST. Mary's Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Jeonbuk National University Hospital, Jeonju, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Hanyang University Seoul Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Daegu Catholic University Hospital, Daegu, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University Anam Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Chosun University Hospital, Gwangju, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Cha University Bundang Medical Center, Seongnam, Korea
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Oh CH, Song TJ, Lee JK, Park JS, Lee JM, Son JH, Jang DK, Choi M, Byeon JS, Lee IS, Lee ST, Choi HS, Kim HG, Chun HJ, Park CG, Cho JY. Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Endoscopic Management of Peripancreatic Fluid Collections. Gut Liver 2021; 15:677-693. [PMID: 34305047 PMCID: PMC8444102 DOI: 10.5009/gnl210001] [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: 01/13/2021] [Revised: 04/26/2021] [Accepted: 05/12/2021] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Endoscopic ultrasonography-guided intervention has gradually become a standard treatment for peripancreatic fluid collections (PFCs). However, it is difficult to popularize the procedure in Korea because of restrictions on insurance claims regarding the use of endoscopic accessories, as well as the lack of standardized Korean clinical practice guidelines. The Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy appointed a Task Force to develop medical guidelines by referring to the manual for clinical practice guidelines development prepared by the National Evidence-Based Healthcare Collaborating Agency. Previous studies on PFCs were searched, and certain studies were selected with the help of experts. Then, a set of key questions was selected, and treatment guidelines were systematically reviewed. Answers to these questions and recommendations were selected via peer review. This guideline discusses endoscopic management of PFCs and makes recommendations on Indications for the procedure, pre-procedural preparations, optimal approach for drainage, procedural considerations (e.g., types of stent, advantages and disadvantages of plastic and metal stents, and accessories), adverse events of endoscopic intervention, and procedural quality issues. This guideline was reviewed by external experts and suggests best practices recommended based on the evidence available at the time of preparation. This will be revised as necessary to address advances and changes in technology and evidence obtained in clinical practice and future studies. (Gut Liver 2021;15:-693)
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- Chi Hyuk Oh
- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Kyung Hee University Hospital, Seoul, Kore
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Dongguk University Ilsan Hospital, Goyang, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Inha University Hospital, Incheon, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University Anam Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Inje University Ilsan Paik Hospital, Goyang, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Dongguk University Ilsan Hospital, Goyang, Korea
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- National Evidence-Based Healthcare Collaborating Agency, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Jeonbuk National University Hospital, Jeonju, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Daegu Catholic University Hospital, Daegu, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University Anam Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Chosun University Hospital, Gwangju, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, CHA University Bundang Medical Center, Seongnam, Korea
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Grudzińska E, Pilch-Kowalczyk J, Kuśnierz K. Pancreaticopleural and pancreaticomediastinal fistula extending to the cervical region, with dysphagia as initial symptom: A case report. Medicine (Baltimore) 2019; 98:e14233. [PMID: 30702580 PMCID: PMC6380760 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000014233] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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RATIONALE Pancreaticopleural and pancreaticomediastinal fistulas are rare complications of pancreatitis. They are often misdiagnosed and there are no strict guidelines of treatment. In this study, we present a brief report of a combined pancreaticopleural and pancreaticomediastinal fistula extending to the cervical region, causing dysphagia and cervical swelling as initial symptoms. PATIENT CONCERNS A 36-year-old female with history of alcohol abuse and pancreatitis presented progressing dysphagia and mild dyspnea on admission. DIAGNOSIS Chest X-ray and chest and abdominal computed tomography scan (CT) indicated pancreaticopleural fistula combined with pancreaticomediastinal fistula, a diagnosis confirmed by high amylase levels in pleural fluid. INTERVENTIONS Conservative treatment was administered and ERCP was performed but pancreatic duct stenting was impossible. The patient presented rapid anterior cervical swelling with progressing dysphagia and dyspnea. CT showed fistula penetration to the cervical region. The patient underwent urgent surgery and pancreaticojejunal anastomosis was performed. OUTCOMES The surgery led to recovery. Six months later, the patient reported good health and weight gain. LESSONS Coexistence of pancreaticopleural and pancreaticomediastinal fistula with cervical penetration is an extremely rare pancreatitis complication. It presents with dysphagia and anterior cervical swelling as initial symptoms. It is important to consider this complication in all patients with history of pancreatitis, presenting with dysphagia.
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- Ewa Grudzińska
- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland
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- Department of Nuclear Medicine and Diagnostic Imaging, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland
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Halder P, Mandal KC, Debnath B, Mukherjee S. Isolated Mediastinal Pseudocyst of the Pancreas. Indian Pediatr 2018. [DOI: 10.1007/s13312-018-1327-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Teoh AYB, Dhir V, Kida M, Yasuda I, Jin ZD, Seo DW, Almadi M, Ang TL, Hara K, Hilmi I, Itoi T, Lakhtakia S, Matsuda K, Pausawasdi N, Puri R, Tang RS, Wang HP, Yang AM, Hawes R, Varadarajulu S, Yasuda K, Ho LKY. Consensus guidelines on the optimal management in interventional EUS procedures: results from the Asian EUS group RAND/UCLA expert panel. Gut 2018; 67:1209-1228. [PMID: 29463614 DOI: 10.1136/gutjnl-2017-314341] [Citation(s) in RCA: 138] [Impact Index Per Article: 23.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/18/2017] [Revised: 12/22/2017] [Accepted: 01/17/2018] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Interventional endoscopic ultrasonography (EUS) procedures are gaining popularity and the most commonly performed procedures include EUS-guided drainage of pancreatic pseudocyst, EUS-guided biliary drainage, EUS-guided pancreatic duct drainage and EUS-guided celiac plexus ablation. The aim of this paper is to formulate a set of practice guidelines addressing various aspects of the above procedures. METHODS Formulation of the guidelines was based on the best scientific evidence available. The RAND/UCLA appropriateness methodology (RAM) was used. Panellists recruited comprised experts in surgery, interventional EUS, interventional radiology and oncology from 11 countries. Between June 2014 and October 2016, the panellists met in meetings to discuss and vote on the clinical scenarios for each of the interventional EUS procedures in question. RESULTS A total of 15 statements on EUS-guided drainage of pancreatic pseudocyst, 15 statements on EUS-guided biliary drainage, 12 statements on EUS-guided pancreatic duct drainage and 14 statements on EUS-guided celiac plexus ablation were formulated. The statements addressed the indications for the procedures, technical aspects, pre- and post-procedural management, management of complications, and competency and training in the procedures. All statements except one were found to be appropriate. Randomised studies to address clinical questions in a number of aspects of the procedures are urgently required. CONCLUSIONS The current guidelines on interventional EUS procedures are the first published by an endoscopic society. These guidelines provide an in-depth review of the current evidence and standardise the management of the procedures.
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- Anthony Y B Teoh
- Department of Surgery, Prince of Wales Hospital, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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- Baldota Institute of Digestive Sciences, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Kitasato University Hospital, Sagamihara City, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Teikyo University Mizonokuchi Hospital, Kawasaki, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Changhai Hospital, Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Asan Medical Center, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Gastroenterology, King Khalid University Hospital, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Changi General Hospital, Singapore
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Aichi Cancer Center Hospital, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Medicine, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Tokyo Medical University, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Asian Institute of Gastroenterology, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- St Marianna University School of Medicine, Yokohama City Seibu Hospital, Kawasaki, Japan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Institute of Digestive and Hepatobiliary Sciences Medanta, The Medicity, Gurgaon, India
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- Institute of Digestive Disease, Prince of Wales Hospital, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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- Department of Internal Medicine, National Taiwan University College of Medicine and Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Peking Union Medical College, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Dongcheng-qu, Beijing, China
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- Center for Interventional Endoscopy, Florida Hospital, Orlando, Florida, USA
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- Center for Interventional Endoscopy, Florida Hospital, Orlando, Florida, USA
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Kyoto Second Red Cross Hospital, Kyoto, Japan
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Dąbkowski K, Białek A, Kukla M, Wójcik J, Smereczyński A, Kołaczyk K, Grodzki T, Starzyńska T. Mediastinal Pancreatic Pseudocysts. Clin Endosc 2016; 50:76-80. [PMID: 27641151 PMCID: PMC5299981 DOI: 10.5946/ce.2016.089] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2016] [Revised: 08/30/2016] [Accepted: 08/31/2016] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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Mediastinal pseudocysts are a rare complication of acute pancreatitis. Lack of uniform treatment standards makes the management of this condition a clinical challenge. We report the case of a 43-year-old patient who presented with a left pleural effusion. Pleural fluid revealed a high amylase concentration consistent with a pancreaticopleural fistula. Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) revealed a disruption of the pancreatic duct with free outflow of contrast medium into the thoracic cavity. A pancreatic stent was placed. The second day after the ERCP, the patient developed septic shock and was admitted to the intensive care unit. Computed tomography (CT) revealed mediastinal pseudocysts and bilateral pleural effusions. After bilateral drainage of the pleural cavities, the patient improved clinically, and a follow-up CT scan showed that the fluid collection and pseudocysts had resolved. We discuss the optimal strategies for diagnosing and treating patients with pancreatic thoracic pseudocysts and fistulas, as well as review the management of these conditions.
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- Krzysztof Dąbkowski
- Department of Gastroenterology, Pomeranian Medical University, Szczecin, Poland
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Pomeranian Medical University, Szczecin, Poland
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Pomeranian Medical University, Szczecin, Poland
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery and Transplantation, Pomeranian Medical University, Szczecin, Poland
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- Department of Radiology, Pomeranian Medical University, Szczecin, Poland
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery and Transplantation, Pomeranian Medical University, Szczecin, Poland
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Pomeranian Medical University, Szczecin, Poland
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Kamble RS, Gupta R, Gupta AR, Kothari PR, Dikshit KV, Kekre GA, Patil PS. Thoracoabdominal pseudocyst of pancreas: An rare location, managed by retrocolic retrogastric Roux-en-Y cystojejunostomy. World J Gastrointest Surg 2015; 7:82-85. [PMID: 26015854 PMCID: PMC4438452 DOI: 10.4240/wjgs.v7.i5.82] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2014] [Revised: 01/02/2015] [Accepted: 04/14/2015] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Pseudocyst formation is a common complication of acute and chronic pancreatitis. Most common site of pseudocyst is lesser sac; mediastinal extension of pseudocyst is rare. Other possibilities of posterior mediastinal cyst must be considered. This patient presented with computed tomography abdomen with thorax showing a large thoraco-abdominal pseudocyst with right sided pleural effusion. It was confirmed to be pancreatic pseudocyst by analyzing fluid for amylase and lipase during surgery. In our patient, the pseudocyst was accessible transabdominaly. Cystogastrostomy was not possible as it was causing twisting of cardio-esophageal junction; we did retrocolic and retrogastric Roux-en-Y cystojejunostomy. Only two such cases were reported in literature.
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Bhasin DK, Rana SS, Nanda M, Chandail VS, Masoodi I, Kang M, Kalra N, Sinha SK, Nagi B, Singh K. Endoscopic management of pancreatic pseudocysts at atypical locations. Surg Endosc 2009; 24:1085-91. [PMID: 19915913 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-009-0732-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2009] [Accepted: 10/12/2009] [Indexed: 01/27/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS There is paucity of data on endoscopic management of pseudocysts at atypical locations. We evaluated the efficacy of endoscopic transpapillary nasopancreatic drain (NPD) placement in the management of pseudocysts of pancreas at atypical locations. PATIENTS AND METHODS Eleven patients with pseudocysts at atypical locations were treated with attempted endoscopic transpapillary nasopancreatic drainage. On endoscopic retrograde pancreatography (ERP), a 5-F NPD was placed across/near the site of duct disruption. RESULTS Three patients each had mediastinal, intrahepatic, and intra/perisplenic pseudocysts and one patient each had renal and pelvic pseudocyst. Nine patients had chronic pancreatitis whereas two patients had acute pancreatitis. The size of the pseudocysts ranged from 2 to 15 cm. On ERP, the site of ductal disruption was in the body of pancreas in five patients (45.4%), and tail of pancreas in six patients (54.6%). All the patients had partial disruption of pancreatic duct. The NPD was successfully placed across the disruption in 10 of the 11 patients (90.9%) and pseudocysts resolved in 4-8 weeks. One of the patients developed fever, 5 days after the procedure, which was successfully treated by intravenous antibiotics. In another patient, NPD became blocked 12 days after the procedure and was successfully opened by aspiration. The NPD slipped out in one of the patient with splenic pseudocyst and was replaced with a stent. There was no recurrence of symptoms or pseudocysts during follow-up of 3-70 months. CONCLUSION Pancreatic pseudocysts at atypical locations with ductal communication and partial ductal disruption that is bridged by NPD can also be effectively treated with endoscopic transpapillary NPD placement.
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- Deepak Kumar Bhasin
- Department of Gastroenterology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Sector 12, Chandigarh 160012, India.
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Drescher R, Köster O, Lukas C. Mediastinal pancreatic pseudocyst with isolated thoracic symptoms: a case report. J Med Case Rep 2008; 2:180. [PMID: 18505589 PMCID: PMC2415357 DOI: 10.1186/1752-1947-2-180] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2007] [Accepted: 05/27/2008] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Introduction Mediastinal pancreatic pseudocysts represent a rare complication of acute or chronic pancreatitis. Case presentation A 55-year-old man with a history of chronic pancreatitis was admitted with intermittent dyspnea, dysphagia and weight loss. Chest X-ray, computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging revealed a large paracardial pancreatic pseudocyst causing cardiac and esophageal compression. Conclusion Mediastinal pancreatic pseudocysts are a rare complication of chronic pancreatitis. These pseudocysts may lead to isolated thoracic symptoms. For accurate diagnostic and therapy planning, a multimodal imaging approach is necessary.
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- Robert Drescher
- Institute of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, Ruhr-University Bochum, St Josef University Hospital, Bochum, Germany.
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Valdivieso E, Saenz R, Claudio N. Natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery: putting together minimally invasive techniques for a new era. Gastrointest Endosc 2007; 66:340-2. [PMID: 17643710 DOI: 10.1016/j.gie.2007.03.1039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2007] [Accepted: 03/12/2007] [Indexed: 12/10/2022]
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- Eduardo Valdivieso
- The Latin American Advanced Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Training Center, Clínica Alemana, Santiago, Chile
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