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Ding C, Yang JF, Yang B, Lu W, Wang X, Zhou YF, Zhang XF. A pancreaticogastric fistula related to intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasm of the pancreas developed during follow-up: A case report and literature review. J Dig Dis 2024; 25:140-146. [PMID: 38433115 DOI: 10.1111/1751-2980.13255] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2023] [Revised: 01/31/2024] [Accepted: 02/01/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024]
Affiliation(s)
- Cong Ding
- Department of Gastroenterology, Affiliated Hangzhou First People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Westlake University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
- Key Laboratory of Clinical Cancer Pharmacology and Toxicology Research of Zhejiang Province Hangzhou, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Affiliated Hangzhou First People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Westlake University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
- Key Laboratory of Clinical Cancer Pharmacology and Toxicology Research of Zhejiang Province Hangzhou, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Radiology, Affiliated Hangzhou First People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Westlake University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Affiliated Hangzhou First People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Westlake University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
- Key Laboratory of Clinical Cancer Pharmacology and Toxicology Research of Zhejiang Province Hangzhou, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Affiliated Hangzhou First People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Westlake University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
- Key Laboratory of Clinical Cancer Pharmacology and Toxicology Research of Zhejiang Province Hangzhou, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Affiliated Hangzhou First People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Westlake University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
- Key Laboratory of Clinical Cancer Pharmacology and Toxicology Research of Zhejiang Province Hangzhou, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Affiliated Hangzhou First People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Westlake University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
- Key Laboratory of Clinical Cancer Pharmacology and Toxicology Research of Zhejiang Province Hangzhou, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
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Gonçalves A, Leal C, Cotrim I, Vasconcelos H. An elderly patient's pancreatobiliary puzzle: unraveling diagnosis and treatment challenges. REVISTA ESPANOLA DE ENFERMEDADES DIGESTIVAS 2024. [PMID: 38205689 DOI: 10.17235/reed.2024.10125/2023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/12/2024]
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Pancreatobiliary fistulas associated withntraductal Papillary Mucinous Neoplasm (IPMN) are rare and present therapeutic challenges. The authors describe the clinical course of an 81-year-old woman presenting with acute cholangitis, ultimately diagnosed with IPMN involving secondary ducts with focal high-grade dysplasia. Initial manifestations included elevated inflammatory markers, cholestasis, and imaging findings of a pancreatic lesion. Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography revealed dilation of both intrahepatic and extrahepatic bile ducts, along a cystic cluster originating from the pancreas, fistulizing into the common bile duct. Despite initial endoscopic interventions, recurrent cholestasis persisted. Subsequent multidisciplinary evaluation led to a cephalic duodenopancreatectomy. This case underscores the rarity of pancreatobiliary fistulas associated with IPMNs and the subsequent therapeutic challenges. The absence of standardized treatment algorithms for such intricate cases emphasizes the importance of individualized approaches. The fluoroscopy image displaying a cystic cluster originating from the pancreas and showing fistulization into the common bile duct is a rare image presented in our report, unique to this case.
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- Gastroenterology, Centro Hospitalar de Leiria, Portugal
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- Gastroenterology, Centro Hospitalar de Leiria, Portugal
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AbuDalu M, Munz Y, Ohana G. Pancreatico-gastric fistula arising from IPMN associated with ductal adenocarcinoma of the pancreas: a case report and a literature review. Front Surg 2023; 10:1171234. [PMID: 37292487 PMCID: PMC10244506 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2023.1171234] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/21/2023] [Accepted: 05/02/2023] [Indexed: 06/10/2023] Open
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Introduction An intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasm (IPMN) is a potentially malignant cystic tumor that is characterized by an excessive papillary proliferation of mucin-producing epithelial cells. The IPMN usually exhibits different degrees of dysplasia and is accompanied by cystic dilation of the main pancreatic duct (MPD) or side branch. We report a case of an IPMN that has penetrated the stomach and has differentiated into an adenocarcinoma. Case presentation A 69-year-old female, suffering from chronic pancreatitis of unknown etiology, visited our outpatient clinic with complaints of sudden weight loss, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. She underwent several examinations to evaluate the reasons for her sudden onset of symptoms. A gastroscopy showed an ulcerated lesion covered with mucus. CT and magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography images revealed that the MPD was dilated to 1.3 cm with a fistula formation between the MPD and the stomach. After a multidisciplinary discussion of this case, a total pancreatectomy was proposed. An en bloc total pancreatectomy with gastric wedge resection including the fistula together with splenectomy was carried out. A Roux-en-Y choledochojejunostomy and gastrojejunostomy were performed. Histology results revealed the association of IPMN with invasive carcinoma. Discussion Many reports on IPMN of the pancreas have been published recently. Fistula formation between IPMN and adjacent organs is possible. Given the CT and endoscopic ultrasonography findings, it shows that in our case a main duct IPMN (MD-IPMN) formed a pancreatico-gastric fistula. We point out that the adherence of invasive cancer cells contributed to the fistula formation between the pancreas and the stomach. Conclusion This case report provides evidence for the possibility of IPMN becoming complicated with pancreatico-gastric fistula. Thus, we suggest that surgical resection should be considered in the case of MD-IPMN because of its high propensity for malignant transformation.
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Patel S, Al Salmi U, Al Shamousi K. Main-Duct Intraductal Papillary Mucinous Neoplasm Complicated by a Pancreaticogastric Fistula and a Pancreaticocholedocal Fistula. Cureus 2023; 15:e38502. [PMID: 37273307 PMCID: PMC10238077 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.38502] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/03/2023] [Indexed: 06/06/2023] Open
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Intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasms (IPMNs) of the pancreas are a spectrum of benign to malignant epithelial neoplasms that are characterized by papillary proliferation, duct dilation, and cyst formation. A rare complication of IPMNs is fistula formation into adjacent organs such as the duodenum, biliary system, and stomach. Here, we report a case of IPMN with a pancreaticobiliary fistula and pancreaticogastric fistula. An 84-year-old woman with early Alzheimer's disease was diagnosed with IPMN of the pancreas. She deferred surgery given her age and remained asymptomatic for five years until presenting with cholangitis. She had been further evaluated and was found to have a pancreaticobiliary fistula, which was treated with biliary stent placement. Her subsequent admission involved the formation of a new pancreaticogastric fistula. This case highlights potential complications of excess mucin production from unresected IPMNs and demonstrates a guarded prognosis in elderly patients.
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- Sarvanand Patel
- Department of Internal Medicine, Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Sultan Qaboos University Hospital, Muscat, OMN
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Kumar M, Sonika U, Sachdeva S, Dalal A. Mucin-filled CBD, difficult to manage cholangitis. BMJ Case Rep 2021; 14:14/1/e238363. [PMID: 33431462 PMCID: PMC7802659 DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2020-238363] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/13/2023] Open
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Intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasms (IPMNs) are mucin-secreting cystic neoplasm of pancreas. They have a malignant potential. They are usually localised to the pancreas but occasionally can involve surrounding structures (1.9%-6.6%), like bile duct and duodenum, and are labelled as IPMN with invasion. Jaundice as a manifestation of IPMN is not common (4.5%). It can present as jaundice as a result of invasion of common bile duct (CBD) resulting in stricture formation or uncommonly as a result of fistulising to CBD with resultant obstruction of CBD by thick mucin secreted by this tumour. As only few cases (around 23) of mucin-filled CBD are reported in the literature. We are presenting our experience in dealing a rare case of obstructive jaundice caused by IPMN fistulising into CBD, highlighting the difficulties faced in managing such case, especially with regards to biliary drainage and what can be the optimum management in such cases.
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- Manish Kumar
- Gastroenterology, GB Pant Hospital, New Delhi, India
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- Gastroenterology, GB Pant Hospital, New Delhi, India
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- Gastroenterology, GB Pant Hospital, New Delhi, India
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Nong K, Zhang Y, Liu S, Yang Y, Sun D, Chen X. Analysis of pancreatic fistula risk in patients with laparoscopic pancreatoduodenectomy: what matters. J Int Med Res 2020; 48:300060520943422. [PMID: 33106067 PMCID: PMC7780568 DOI: 10.1177/0300060520943422] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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Objective To analyse potential risk factors for postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF). Methods A retrospective study on risk factors for POPF was conducted in patients undergoing laparoscopic pancreatoduodenectomy. Basic characteristics, and preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative patient data were collected and analysed. Results A total of 268 patients were enrolled in this study, including 54 patients with POPF following surgery (POPF incidence, 20.15%). Univariate analysis indicated that patient’s age, body mass index (BMI), preoperative bilirubin level, pancreas texture, and drainage fluid amylase level on day 1 following surgery were associated with POPF. Multiple logistic regression analysis indicated that preoperative bilirubin level ≥170 µmol/l, soft pancreas texture, BMI ≥25, and age ≥65 years were independent risk factors associated with POPF. Conclusions For patients with preoperative bilirubin level ≥170 µmol/l, soft pancreas texture, BMI ≥25 and age ≥65 years, clinically relevant measures should be taken as early as possible for the prophylaxis of POPF.
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- Kate Nong
- Department of Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Changzhou, China
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- Department of Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Changzhou, China
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- Department of Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Changzhou, China
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- Department of Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Changzhou, China
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- Department of Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Changzhou, China
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- Department of Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Changzhou, China
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Okamoto M, Kamitani Y, Iwamoto T, Hayashi A, Maeda K, Yanagitani A, Tanaka K. Obstructive cholangitis by mucus from an intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasm with pancreatobiliary fistula treated by endoscopic septotomy and direct peroral cholangioscopy: a case report. Clin J Gastroenterol 2019; 12:495-499. [PMID: 30963408 DOI: 10.1007/s12328-019-00973-z] [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: 11/09/2018] [Accepted: 03/23/2019] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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Intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasms (IPMNs) occasionally form a fistula to adjacent organs, resulting in obstructive jaundice and cholangitis due to mucus obstruction. Although some procedures such as endoscopic nasobiliary drainage are attempted, they often do not work adequately because of high mucus viscosity. Herein, we report the case of an 87-year-old man with obstructive cholangitis treated by endoscopic septotomy and mucus suction with direct peroral cholangioscopy using conventional endoscopy. The patient incidentally showed a branched-type IPMN in the pancreatic head on computed tomography (CT) approximately 10-years ago. Although the patient's tumor had grown slowly and he occasionally developed cholangitis, he did not want surgery. He was admitted to our hospital because of cholangitis by mucus obstruction with a PB fistula. Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and septotomy were performed. Septotomy made the duodenal papilla a large orifice, thereby facilitating spontaneous drainage of mucus. In addition, conventional endoscopy with a large working channel enabled direct access into the orifice and smooth mucus suction, thereby alleviating his cholangitis. In conclusion, septotomy and direct peroral cholangioscopy using conventional endoscopy could be useful to control biliary tract infection and obstructive jaundice due to mucus obstruction from an IPMNs with PB fistula.
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- Masaru Okamoto
- Department of General Internal Medicine, Tottori Prefectural Central Hospital, 730 Ezu, Tottori, 680-0901, Tottori, Japan.
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Tottori Prefectural Central Hospital, Tottori, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Tottori Prefectural Central Hospital, Tottori, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Tottori Prefectural Central Hospital, Tottori, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Tottori Prefectural Central Hospital, Tottori, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Tottori Prefectural Central Hospital, Tottori, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Tottori Prefectural Central Hospital, Tottori, Japan
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