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Perry IE, Staursky D, Asfari MM, Vega KJ. Recurrent Duodenal Ulcer After Gastroduodenal Artery Embolization Due to Coil Migration Successfully Removed Endoscopically Resulting in Ulcer Healing. Cureus 2024; 16:e62972. [PMID: 38919859 PMCID: PMC11198983 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.62972] [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: 06/23/2024] [Indexed: 06/27/2024] Open
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Transarterial angiographic embolization using coils is an effective, common, and safe treatment for non-variceal upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB) refractory to endoscopic therapy/management. Coil migration is a complication that can lead to rebleeding. Our patient experienced UGIB due to a recurring duodenal ulcer with coil protrusion following previous embolization for a bleeding duodenal ulcer that was not responsive to endoscopic therapy. The ulceration was successfully managed with endoscopic partial coil removal and medical therapy to achieve hemostasis and ulcer healing. Endoscopists should be aware of coil embolization complications and consider endoscopic removal in the appropriate clinical setting.
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- Isaac E Perry
- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Augusta University Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Augusta University Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Augusta University Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Augusta University Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, USA
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Yu Q, Funaki B, Ahmed O. Twenty years of embolization for acute lower gastrointestinal bleeding: a meta-analysis of rebleeding and ischaemia rates. Br J Radiol 2024; 97:920-932. [PMID: 38364312 PMCID: PMC11075984 DOI: 10.1093/bjr/tqae037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2022] [Revised: 11/24/2023] [Accepted: 02/07/2024] [Indexed: 02/18/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Transarterial embolization (TAE) for acute lower gastrointestinal bleeding (LGIB) can be technically challenging due to the compromise between achieving haemostasis and causing tissue ischaemia. The goal of the present study is to determine its technical success, rebleeding, and post-embolization ischaemia rates through meta-analysis of published literature in the last twenty years. METHODS PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Library databases were queried. Technical success, rebleeding, and ischaemia rates were extracted. Baseline characteristics such as author, publication year, region, study design, embolization material, percentage of superselective embolization were retrieved. Subgroup analysis was performed based on publication time and embolization agent. RESULTS A total of 66 studies including 2121 patients who underwent embolization for acute LGIB were included. Endoscopic management was attempted in 34.5%. The pooled overall technical success, rebleeding, post-embolization ischaemia rates were 97.0%, 20.7%, and 7.5%, respectively. Studies published after 2010 showed higher technical success rates (97.8% vs 95.2%), lower rebleeding rates (18.6% vs 23.4%), and lower ischaemia rates (7.3% vs 9.7%). Compared to microcoils, NBCA was associated with a lower rebleeding rate (9.3% vs 20.8%) at the expense of a higher post-embolization ischaemia rate (9.7% vs 4.0%). Coagulopathy (P = .034), inotropic use (P = .040), and malignancy (P = .002) were predictors of post-embolization rebleeding. Haemorrhagic shock (P < .001), inotropic use (P = .026), malignancy (P < .001), coagulopathy (P = .002), blood transfusion (P < .001), and enteritis (P = .023) were predictors of mortality. Empiric embolization achieved a similarly durable haemostasis rate compared to targeted embolization (23.6% vs 21.1%) but a higher risk of post-embolization ischaemia (14.3% vs 4.7%). CONCLUSION For LGIB, TAE has a favourable technical success rate and low risk of post-embolization ischaemia. Its safety and efficacy profile has increased over the last decade. Compared to microcoils, NBCA seemed to offer a more durable haemostasis rate at the expense of higher ischaemia risk. Due to the heterogeneity of currently available evidence, future prospective and comparative studies are warranted. ADVANCES IN KNOWLEDGE (1) Acute LGIB embolization demonstrate a high technical success rate with acceptable rate of rebleeding and symptomatic ischaemia rates. Most ischaemic stigmata discovered during routine post-embolization colonoscopy were minor. (2) Although NBCA seemed to offer a more durable haemostasis rate, it was also associated with a higher risk of ischaemia compared to microcoils. (3) Coagulopathy, malignant aetiology, and inotropic use were predictors of rebleeding and mortality. (4) Routine post-embolization endoscopy to assess for ischaemia is not indicated.
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- Qian Yu
- Division of Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology, University of Chicago, Chicago, IL, 60637, United States
- Department of Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston, FL, 33331, United States
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- Division of Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology, University of Chicago, Chicago, IL, 60637, United States
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- Division of Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology, University of Chicago, Chicago, IL, 60637, United States
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Purg D, Hanžel J, Strniša L, Plut S, Finderle S, Ocepek A, Sever N. An unusual case of severe gastrointestinal bleeding. ZEITSCHRIFT FUR GASTROENTEROLOGIE 2024; 62:747-751. [PMID: 37751771 DOI: 10.1055/a-2172-9437] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/28/2023]
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We present the case of a 58-year-old female with a history of a bleeding duodenal peptic ulcer. Endoscopic hemostasis was unsuccessful; therefore, a transcatheter arterial embolization of a culprit vessel was performed. She was admitted to the hospital two months later because of obstruction of the common bile duct with cholangitis. Attempts to endoscopically place a biliary stent failed. The treating medical team opted for a surgical choledocho-jejunostomy. After 20 months, she presented with a melena and a severe anemia. Diagnostic work-up revealed portal vein thrombosis with portal cavernoma and bleeding choledocho-jejunostomy varices. The case presents and discusses rare complications of duodenal ulcer disease, as well as possible causes and treatment options.
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- Darinka Purg
- University Medical Centre Maribor, Maribor, Slovenia
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- University Medical Centre Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia
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- University Medical Centre Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia
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- University Medical Centre Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia
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- University Medical Centre Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia
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- University Medical Centre Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia
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Wan W, Feng Y, Tan J, Zeng H, Jalaludeen RK, Zeng X, Zheng B, Song J, Zhang X, Chen S, Pan J. Carbonized Cellulose Aerogel Derived from Waste Pomelo Peel for Rapid Hemostasis of Trauma-Induced Bleeding. ADVANCED SCIENCE (WEINHEIM, BADEN-WURTTEMBERG, GERMANY) 2024; 11:e2307409. [PMID: 38477567 PMCID: PMC11109610 DOI: 10.1002/advs.202307409] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2023] [Revised: 02/05/2024] [Indexed: 03/14/2024]
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Uncontrollable massive bleeding caused by trauma will cause the patient to lose a large amount of blood and drop body temperature quickly, resulting in hemorrhagic shock. This study aims to develop a hemostatic product for hemorrhage management. In this study, waste pomelo peel as raw material is chosen. It underwent processes of carbonization, purification, and freeze-drying. The obtained carbonized pomelo peel (CPP) is hydrophilic and exhibits a porous structure (nearly 80% porosity). The water/blood absorption ratio is significantly faster than the commercial Gelfoam and has a similar water/blood absorption capacity. In addition, the CPP showed a water-triggered shape-recoverable ability. Moreover, the CPP shows ideal cytocompatibility and blood compatibility in vitro and favorable tissue compatibility after long terms of subcutaneous implantation. Furthermore, CPP can absorb red blood cells and fibrin. It also can absorb platelets and activate platelets, and it is capable of achieving rapid hemostasis on the rat tail amputation and hepatectomized hemorrhage model. In addition, the CPP not only can quickly stop bleeding in the rat liver-perforation and rabbit heart uncontrolled hemorrhage models, but also promotes rat liver and rabbit heart tissue regeneration in situ. These results suggest the CPP has shown great potential for managing uncontrolled hemorrhage.
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- Wenbing Wan
- The Second Affiliated Hospital, Jiangxi Medical CollegeNanchang UniversityNanchangJiangxi330006China
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- The Second Affiliated Hospital, Jiangxi Medical CollegeNanchang UniversityNanchangJiangxi330006China
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- Key Laboratory of Intelligent Treatment and Life Support for Critical Diseases of Zhejiang ProvinceZhejiang Engineering Research Center for Hospital Emergency and Process DigitizationThe First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical UniversityWenzhouZhejiang325000China
- Zhejiang Engineering Research Center for Tissue Repair MaterialsWenzhou InstituteUniversity of Chinese Academy of SciencesWenzhouZhejiang325000China
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- The Second Affiliated Hospital, Jiangxi Medical CollegeNanchang UniversityNanchangJiangxi330006China
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- The Second Affiliated Hospital, Jiangxi Medical CollegeNanchang UniversityNanchangJiangxi330006China
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- Biomedical Big Data CenterWest China HospitalSichuan UniversityChengduChina
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- Wenzhou Safety (Emergency) Institute of Tianjin UniversityWenzhouChina
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- Department of Critical Care MedicineNo. 908th Hospital of PLA Logistic Support ForceNanchang330002China
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- Zhejiang Engineering Research Center for Tissue Repair MaterialsWenzhou InstituteUniversity of Chinese Academy of SciencesWenzhouZhejiang325000China
- Macau University of Science and TechnologyTaipaMacau999078China
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- Zhejiang Engineering Research Center for Tissue Repair MaterialsWenzhou InstituteUniversity of Chinese Academy of SciencesWenzhouZhejiang325000China
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- Key Laboratory of Intelligent Treatment and Life Support for Critical Diseases of Zhejiang ProvinceZhejiang Engineering Research Center for Hospital Emergency and Process DigitizationThe First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical UniversityWenzhouZhejiang325000China
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Yu JH, Lee JW, Seo JY, Park JS, Park SJ, Kim SJ, Jang EJ, Park SW, Yeon JW. Factors influencing re-bleeding after trans-arterial embolization for endoscopically unmanageable peptic ulcer bleeding. Scand J Gastroenterol 2024; 59:7-15. [PMID: 37671790 DOI: 10.1080/00365521.2023.2253346] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2023] [Accepted: 08/24/2023] [Indexed: 09/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND/AIMS Acute peptic ulcer bleeding is the most common cause of non-variceal upper gastrointestinal bleeding (NVUGIB). Endoscopic hemostasis is the standard treatment. However, various conditions complicate endoscopic hemostasis. Transarterial visceral embolization (TAE) may be helpful as a rescue therapy. This study aimed to investigate the factors associated with rebleeding after TAE. METHODS We retrospectively investigated the records of 156 patients treated with TAE between January 2007 and December 2021. Rebleeding was defined as the presence of melena, hematemesis, or hematochezia, with a fall (>2.0 g/dl) in hemoglobin level or shock after TAE. The primary outcomes were rebleeding rate and 30-day mortality. RESULTS Seventy patients with peptic ulcer bleeding were selected, and rebleeding within a month after TAE occurred in 15 patients (21.4%). Among the patients included in rebleeding group, significant increases were observed in the prevalence of thrombocytopenia (73.3% vs. 16.4%, p<.001) and ulcers >1 cm (93.3% vs 54.5%, p = .014). The mean AIMS65 (albumin, international normalized ratio, mental status, systolic blood pressure, age >65 years) score (2.3 vs 1.4, p = .009) was significantly higher in the rebleeding group. Multivariate logistic analysis revealed that thrombocytopenia (odds ratio 31.92, 95% confidence interval 6.24-270.6, p<.001) and larger ulcer size (odds ratio 27.19, 95% confidence interval 3.27-677.7, p=.010) significantly increased the risk of rebleeding after TAE. CONCLUSION TAE was effective in the treatment of patients with high-risk peptic ulcer bleeding. AIMS65 score was a significant predictor of rebleeding after TAE, and thrombocytopenia and larger ulcer size increased the risk of rebleeding after TAE.
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- Ji Hoon Yu
- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Bundang Jesaeng General Hospital, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Bundang Jesaeng General Hospital, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Bundang Jesaeng General Hospital, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Bundang Jesaeng General Hospital, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Bundang Jesaeng General Hospital, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Bundang Jesaeng General Hospital, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Bundang Jesaeng General Hospital, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Bundang Jesaeng General Hospital, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Bundang Jesaeng General Hospital, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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Ini' C, Distefano G, Sanfilippo F, Castiglione DG, Falsaperla D, Giurazza F, Mosconi C, Tiralongo F, Foti PV, Palmucci S, Venturini M, Basile A. Embolization for acute nonvariceal bleeding of upper and lower gastrointestinal tract: a systematic review. CVIR Endovasc 2023; 6:18. [PMID: 36988839 DOI: 10.1186/s42155-023-00360-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2022] [Accepted: 03/06/2023] [Indexed: 03/30/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Acute non-variceal gastrointestinal bleedings (GIBs) are pathological conditions associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Embolization without angiographic evidence of contrast media extravasation is proposed as an effective procedure in patients with clinical and/or laboratory signs of bleeding. The purpose of this systematic review is to define common clinical practice and clinical and technical outcomes of blind and preventive embolization for upper and lower gastrointestinal bleeding. MAIN BODY Through the PubMed, Embase and Google Scholar database, an extensive search was performed in the fields of empiric and preventive embolization for the treatment of upper and lower gastrointestinal bleedings (UGIB and LGIB). Inclusion criteria were: articles in English for which it has been possible to access the entire content; adults patients treated with empiric or blind transcatheter arterial embolization (TAE) for UGIB and/or LGIB. Only studies that analysed clinical and technical success rate of blind and empiric TAE for UGIB and/or LGIB were considered for our research. Exclusion criteria were: recurrent articles from the same authors, articles written in other languages, those in which the entire content could not be accessed and that articles were not consistent to the purposes of our research. We collected pooled data on 1019 patients from 32 separate articles selected according to the inclusion and exclusion criteria. 22 studies focused on UGIB (total 773 patients), one articles focused on LGIB (total 6 patients) and 9 studies enrolled patients with both UGIB and LGIB (total 240 patients). Technical success rate varied from 62% to 100%, with a mean value of 97.7%; clinical success rate varied from 51% to 100% with a mean value of 80%. The total number of complications was 57 events out of 1019 procedures analysed. CONCLUSION TAE is an effective procedure in the treatment of UGIB patients in which angiography does not demonstrate direct sign of ongoing bleeding. The attitude in the treatment of LGIBs must be more prudent in relation to poor vascular anastomoses and the high risk of intestinal ischemia. Blind and preventive procedures cumulatively present a relatively low risk of complications, compared to a relatively high technical and clinical success.
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- Corrado Ini'
- Department of Medical Surgical Sciences and Advanced Technologies "G.F. Ingrassia", University of Catania -Radiology I Unit, University Hospital Policlinico "G. Rodolico-San Marco", Via Santa Sofia 78, 95123, Catania, Italy.
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- Department of Medical Surgical Sciences and Advanced Technologies "G.F. Ingrassia", University of Catania -Radiology I Unit, University Hospital Policlinico "G. Rodolico-San Marco", Via Santa Sofia 78, 95123, Catania, Italy
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- Department of Anaesthesia and Intensive Care, A.O.U. 'Policlinico-Vittorio Emanuele', Catania, Italy
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- Department of Medical Surgical Sciences and Advanced Technologies "G.F. Ingrassia", University of Catania -Radiology I Unit, University Hospital Policlinico "G. Rodolico-San Marco", Via Santa Sofia 78, 95123, Catania, Italy
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- Department of Medical Surgical Sciences and Advanced Technologies "G.F. Ingrassia", University of Catania -Radiology I Unit, University Hospital Policlinico "G. Rodolico-San Marco", Via Santa Sofia 78, 95123, Catania, Italy
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- Vascular and Interventional Radiology Department, Cardarelli Hospital, Via A. Cardarelli 9, 80131, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Radiology, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna, 40138, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Medical Surgical Sciences and Advanced Technologies "G.F. Ingrassia", University of Catania -Radiology I Unit, University Hospital Policlinico "G. Rodolico-San Marco", Via Santa Sofia 78, 95123, Catania, Italy
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- Department of Medical Surgical Sciences and Advanced Technologies "G.F. Ingrassia", University of Catania -Radiology I Unit, University Hospital Policlinico "G. Rodolico-San Marco", Via Santa Sofia 78, 95123, Catania, Italy
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- Department of Medical Surgical Sciences and Advanced Technologies "G.F. Ingrassia", University of Catania -Radiology I Unit, University Hospital Policlinico "G. Rodolico-San Marco", Via Santa Sofia 78, 95123, Catania, Italy
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- Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology Department, Circolo Hospital, Insubria University, Viale Luigi Borri 57, 21100, Varese, Italy
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- Department of Medical Surgical Sciences and Advanced Technologies "G.F. Ingrassia", University of Catania -Radiology I Unit, University Hospital Policlinico "G. Rodolico-San Marco", Via Santa Sofia 78, 95123, Catania, Italy
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Perekhodov SN, Karpun NA, Snitsar AV, Zelenin DA, Varfalomeev SI, Martyntsov AA, Matkov IV, Pankratov AA. [Endovascular embolization for prevention of recurrent bleeding from the upper gastrointestinal tract]. Khirurgiia (Mosk) 2023:30-38. [PMID: 36583491 DOI: 10.17116/hirurgia202301130] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate the results of preventive endovascular hemostasis in patients with high risk of recurrent bleeding from the upper gastrointestinal tract. MATERIAL AND METHODS We analyzed treatment outcomes in 158 patients with ulcerative gastroduodenal bleeding and high risk of recurrence (≥17 scores), Forrest 1-2 A/B and mortality (SAPS II score ≥30). Endovascular embolization of the left gastric or gastroduodenal artery was performed to prevent recurrent bleeding. RESULTS Endovascular hemostasis was technically successful in 94.4% of cases (153 patients). Embolization could not be performed due to technical reasons in 5 patients. One patient developed retroperitoneal hematoma as a complication after transcatheter angiography and embolization that required surgical intervention. Recurrent bleeding after technically successful embolization occurred in 11 (7%) patients. The PVA microemboli and spirals were used for embolization of the left gastric and gastroduodenal arteries, respectively. Additional PVA microemboli were also used in gastroduodenal artery in some cases. Twenty-six (16.5%) patients died. CONCLUSION Endovascular hemostasis in patients with severe comorbidities (SAPS II score ≥30) and high risk of recurrent bleeding (≥17 scores) reduced the incidence of recurrent bleeding to 6.96% and mortality to 17%.
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- S N Perekhodov
- Demikhov Moscow City Clinical Hospital, Moscow, Russian Federation
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- Demikhov Moscow City Clinical Hospital, Moscow, Russian Federation
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- Demikhov Moscow City Clinical Hospital, Moscow, Russian Federation
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- Demikhov Moscow City Clinical Hospital, Moscow, Russian Federation
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- Demikhov Moscow City Clinical Hospital, Moscow, Russian Federation
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- Demikhov Moscow City Clinical Hospital, Moscow, Russian Federation
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- Demikhov Moscow City Clinical Hospital, Moscow, Russian Federation
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- Demikhov Moscow City Clinical Hospital, Moscow, Russian Federation
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Hui JWQ, En JWQ, Lau J, Te Neng L, Wong SK. Adjunctive endoscopic clip marking enhances non-operative management of massive lower gastrointestinal bleeding. ANZ J Surg 2022; 92:3247-3252. [PMID: 36074650 DOI: 10.1111/ans.18023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2022] [Revised: 08/09/2022] [Accepted: 08/16/2022] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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BACKGROUNDS Massive lower gastrointestinal bleeding (LGB) is common especially in elderly patients. Controversy in the approach to management stems from location of bleeding and morbidity of surgery. Colonic diverticula disease (CD) is the leading cause of painless haematochezia and haemodynamic instability. METHODS The use of a novel technique of endoscopic pre-marking (EPM) with radiopaque metal clips to localize is described. EPM guided superselective active transarterial embolization (A-TAE) when active vascular blush was seen. When no active contrast extravasation was seen, EPM also guided prophylactic superselective transarterial embolization (P-TAE). RESULTS From May 2004 to December 2021, there were 36 patients with massive LGB from diverticular disease encompassing 44 separate bleeding episodes. Spontaneous haemostasis was observed in 18.2% (8/44). The overall success rate in non-operative management was 83.3% (30/36) patients. Three patients proceeded for emergency surgery. Of the 36 patients, six patients had documented EPM followed by TAE due to recurrent bleed in the same episode. A-TAE was performed in two patients. P-TAE was performed in the four patients without active contrast extravasation. Initial haemostasis was successful in five out of six patients. One patient failed embolization and proceeded to emergency surgery. Three months later, one patient encountered late rebleeding and was scheduled for elective colectomy. None of the six developed intestinal infarction from embolization. The 30-day mortality was 0%. CONCLUSION A consistent approach to LGB and defined protocol of endoscopic haemostasis, with routine EPM and embolization, has the potential to mitigate the morbidity and mortality in this group of vulnerable patients.
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- NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Radiology, Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital, Singapore
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- The Colorectal Clinic Pte Ltd, Mt Elizabeth Novena Hospital, Singapore, Singapore
- NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, Singapore, Singapore
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Ephraim Joseph K, Devane AM, Abrams GA. Patient and endoscopic characteristics and clinical outcomes in subjects with non-variceal GI bleeding referred for transarterial embolization: a single-center experience. ABDOMINAL RADIOLOGY (NEW YORK) 2022; 47:3883-3891. [PMID: 36031627 DOI: 10.1007/s00261-022-03650-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2022] [Revised: 08/05/2022] [Accepted: 08/08/2022] [Indexed: 01/18/2023]
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PURPOSE Management of massive non-variceal upper gastrointestinal bleeding (NV-UGIB) can be challenging. Transarterial Embolization (TAE) is often the first therapeutic approach when endoscopic therapy fails before surgery. The purpose of this study is to analyze the technical success, and outcome for our patients with an NV-UGIB referred for TAE. METHOD This retrospective analysis included 74 consecutive patients with an NV-UGIB in whom TAE was performed after endoscopic treatment between February 2016 to May 2019 at Prisma Health-Upstate Greenville Memorial Hospital. RESULTS TAE was 98.7% technically successful, with a failure due to severe celiac stenosis, and 85.1% clinically successful. Most TAEs were performed empirically due to lack of extravasation yet were clinically as effective as targeted TAE. We noted a 30-day rebleeding rate and mortality rate of 14.8% and 13.5%, respectively. No complications were reported during the angiographic procedure. Subjects with coagulopathy had more rebleeding (45.5% vs. 17.5%, p = 0.040), and mortality (30% vs 7.4%, p = 0.012). Mortality was also associated with the number of transfused packed blood cells (13.6 ± 8.4 vs. 6.1 ± 5.4, p = 0.020) units and hypotension on admission (27.8% vs. 8.9%, p = 0.043). Interestingly, subjects that underwent left gastric artery (LGA) compared to non-LGA embolization had a higher rebleeding rate of (37.5% vs. 8.6%, p = 0.004) and a greater mortality rate of (37.5% vs. 6.9%, p = 0.002). CONCLUSION TAE is clinically effective in the presence or absence of contrast extravasation to treat uncontrolled or high-risk NV-UGIB. Less effective clinical outcomes regarding TAE targeting the LGA warrant further investigation.
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- Kripalini Ephraim Joseph
- Department of Medicine, Gastroenterology & Liver Center, Prisma Health- Upstate, Greenville, SC, 29605, USA.
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, University of South Carolina SOM - Greenville, Prisma Health -Upstate, Greenville, SC, 29605, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Gastroenterology & Liver Center, University of South Carolina SOM - Greenville, Prisma Health- Upstate, Greenville, SC, 29605, USA
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Caragher S, Wang D, Moonsamy P, Fagenholz P. Hepatic arterial haemorrhage caused by duodenal ulcer. BMJ Case Rep 2022; 15:e249523. [PMID: 36316056 PMCID: PMC9628537 DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2022-249523] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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A man in his late 60s with prior Hartman's procedure underwent colostomy takedown and complex ventral hernia repair. He subsequently developed gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding from a duodenal bulb ulcer. Despite five endoscopic procedures aimed at achieving haemostasis, including placement of an over-the-scope clip, and four endovascular embolisations (inferior and superior pancreaticoduodenal, right gastroepiploic and gastroduodenal arteries), the patient continued to experience episodic, haemodynamically significant bleeding. He eventually required emergency exploratory laparotomy, where the proper hepatic artery was identified as the source (a previously unreported phenomenon). He underwent antrectomy and proper hepatic artery ligation. This case highlights the need to interrogate all portions of the hepatic vasculature in the treatment of refractory GI bleeding.
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- General Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- General Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Trauma, Emergency Surgery & Surgical Critical Care, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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Kuellmer A, Mangold T, Bettinger D, Maruschke L, Wannhoff A, Caca K, Wedi E, Hosseini ASA, Kleemann T, Schulz T, Jung C, Thimme R, Schmidt A. Over-the-scope clip versus transcatheter arterial embolization for refractory peptic ulcer bleeding-A propensity score matched analysis. United European Gastroenterol J 2021; 9:1048-1056. [PMID: 34432392 PMCID: PMC8598957 DOI: 10.1002/ueg2.12135] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2021] [Accepted: 07/02/2021] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Transcatheter arterial embolization (TAE) or surgery are standard treatment of peptic ulcer bleeding (PUB) refractory to endoscopic hemostasis. Over-the-scope clips (OTSC) have shown superiority to standard endoscopic treatment. OBJECTIVE To compare OTSC treatment to TAE in refractory peptic ulcer bleeding. PATIENTS AND METHODS In this retrospective, multicenter study, 128 patients treated with OTSC (n = 66) or TAE (n = 62) for refractory PUB between 2009 and 2019 in four academic centers were analyzed. Primary endpoint was clinical success (hemostasis + no rebleeding within 7 days). Secondary endpoints were adverse events, length of ICU stay, and mortality. Propensity score matching was performed to adjust for differences in baseline characteristics. RESULTS Patients characteristics were similar in both groups but ulcers in the TAE group were larger, more often located in the duodenal bulb (85.5% vs. 65.2%; p = 0.014), and that the proportion of Forrest Ia bleedings was higher (38.7% vs. 19.7%; p = 0.018). Clinical success was comparable in both groups (74.2% vs. 59.7%; p = 0.092). Stay on the intensive care unit (ICU) was significantly longer in the TAE group (mean 8.0 vs. 4.7 days; p = 0.002). Serious adverse events after re-therapy (12.9% vs. 1.5%; p = 0.042) and in-hospital mortality were significantly higher in the TAE group (9.1 vs. 22.6%, OR 2.92 [95% CI 1.04-8.16]; p = 0.05). After propensity score matching, the differences found regarding ICU stay (4.9± 5.9 and 9.2 ± 11.2; p = 0.009) and in-hospital mortality (5% vs. 22.5%; OR 5.52 [95% CI: 1.11-27.43]; p = 0.048) stayed significant. CONCLUSIONS OTSC treatment for refractory PUB was superior to TAE in terms of ICU stay and in-hospital mortality.
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- Armin Kuellmer
- Department of Medicine IIMedical CenterFaculty of MedicineUniversity of FreiburgFreiburgGermany
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- Department of Medicine IIMedical CenterFaculty of MedicineUniversity of FreiburgFreiburgGermany
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- Department of Medicine IIMedical CenterFaculty of MedicineUniversity of FreiburgFreiburgGermany
- Berta‐Ottenstein‐ProgrammeUniversity of FreiburgFreiburgGermany
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- Department of RadiologySt.‐Josef HospitalRkK‐KlinikumFreiburgGermany
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- Department of Internal Medicine and GastroenterologyHospital LudwigsburgLudwigsburgGermany
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- Department of Internal Medicine and GastroenterologyHospital LudwigsburgLudwigsburgGermany
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- Medizinische Klinik II / IVSana Klinikum OffenbachOffenbachGermany
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional RadiologyUniversity Medical Center GöttingenGöttingenGermany
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- Medinische Klinik IVCarl‐Thiem‐Klinikum CottbusCottbusGermany
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- Institut für RadiologieCarl‐Thiem‐Klinikum CottbusCottbusGermany
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- Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy UnitForlì‐Cesena HospitalsAUSL RomagnaForlì‐CesenaItaly
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- Department of Medicine IIMedical CenterFaculty of MedicineUniversity of FreiburgFreiburgGermany
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- Department of Medicine IIMedical CenterFaculty of MedicineUniversity of FreiburgFreiburgGermany
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Empiric Versus Targeted Transarterial Embolization for Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding: No Need for Randomized Controlled Trial. AJR Am J Roentgenol 2021; 217:1015. [PMID: 34432503 DOI: 10.2214/ajr.21.26027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Empiric Transcatheter Embolization for Acute Arterial Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding: A Meta-Analysis. AJR Am J Roentgenol 2021; 216:880-893. [PMID: 33566631 DOI: 10.2214/ajr.20.23151] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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OBJECTIVE. The purpose of this study was to conduct a meta-analysis to assess the safety and efficacy of empiric embolization compared with targeted embolization in the treatment of acute upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB). MATERIALS AND METHODS. We searched the PubMed and Cochrane Library databases for studies performed without language restrictions from January 2000 to November 2019. Only clinical studies with a sample size of five or more were included. Clinical success, rebleeding and complication rates, survival rates, bleeding cause, embolic materials, and vessels embolized were recorded. Empiric embolization and targeted embolization (i.e., embolization performed based on angiographic evidence of ongoing bleeding) were compared when possible. Meta-analysis was performed. RESULTS. Among 13 included studies (12 retrospective and 1 prospective), a total of 357 of 725 patients (49.2%) underwent empiric embolization for UGIB. The clinical success rate of empiric embolization was 74.7% (95% CI, 63.1-86.3%) among the 13 studies, and the survival rate was 80.9% (95% CI, 73.8-88.0%) for 10 studies. On the basis of comparative studies, no statistically significant difference was observed between empiric and targeted embolization in terms of rebleeding rate in 111 studies (36.5% vs 29.6%; odds ratio [OR], 1.13; 95% CI, 0.77-1.65; p = .53), mortality in eight studies (23.3% vs 18.0%; OR, 1.44; 95% CI, 0.89-2.33; p = .14), and need for surgery to control rebleeding in four studies (17.8% vs 13.4%; OR, 1.34; 95% CI, 0.58-3.07; p = .49). The pooled embolization-specific complications were 1.9% (empiric) and 2.4% (targeted). CONCLUSION. According to all available published evidence, empiric embolization assessed with endoscopic or preprocedural imaging findings (or both) appears to be as effective as targeted embolization in preventing rebleeding and mortality in patients with angiographically negative acute UGIB. Because of its favorable safety profile, empiric embolization should be considered for patients in this clinical scenario.
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Mille M, Engelhardt T, Stier A. Bleeding Duodenal Ulcer: Strategies in High-Risk Ulcers. Visc Med 2021; 37:52-62. [PMID: 33718484 PMCID: PMC7923890 DOI: 10.1159/000513689] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2020] [Accepted: 12/09/2020] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Acute peptic ulcer bleeding is still a major reason for hospital admission. Especially the management of bleeding duodenal ulcers needs a structured therapeutic approach due to the higher morbidity and mortality compared to gastric ulcers. Patient with these bleeding ulcers are often in a high-risk situation, which requires multidisciplinary treatment. SUMMARY This review provides a structured approach to modern management of bleeding duodenal ulcers and elucidates therapeutic practice in high-risk situations. Initial management including pharmacologic therapy, risk stratification, endoscopy, surgery, and transcatheter arterial embolization are reviewed and their role in the management of bleeding duodenal ulcers is critically discussed. Additionally, a future perspective regarding prophylactic therapeutic approaches is outlined. KEY MESSAGES Beside pharmacotherapeutic and endoscopic advances, bleeding management of high-risk duodenal ulcers is still a challenge. When bleeding persists or rebleeding occurs and the gold standard endoscopy fails, surgical and radiological procedures are indicated to manage ulcer bleeding. Surgical procedures are performed to control hemorrhage, but they are still associated with a higher morbidity and a longer hospital stay. In the meantime, transcatheter arterial embolization is recommended as an alternative to surgery and more often replaces surgery in the management of failed endoscopic hemostasis. Future studies are needed to improve risk stratification and therefore enable a better selection of high-risk ulcers and optimal treatment. Additionally, the promising approach of prophylactic embolization in high-risk duodenal ulcers has to be further investigated to reduce rebleeding and improve outcomes in these patients.
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- Markus Mille
- Department of General and Visceral Surgery, HELIOS Hospital Erfurt, Erfurt, Germany
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Chang JHE, Lye TJY, Zhu HZ, Syn NL, Tang SS, Gogna A, Chan WH, Ong HS, Tan JTH, Lim CH. Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Prophylactic Transarterial Embolization for High-Risk Bleeding Peptic Ulcer Disease. J Vasc Interv Radiol 2021; 32:576-584.e5. [PMID: 33526343 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvir.2020.12.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2020] [Revised: 11/25/2020] [Accepted: 12/01/2020] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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The present systematic review determined the role of transarterial embolization (TAE) as a prophylactic treatment in bleeding peptic ulcers after initial successful endoscopic hemostasis. PubMed and Ovid Medline databases were searched from inception until July 2019 for studies that included patients deemed high-risk based on Forrest Classification, Rockall score ≥ 5, or endoscopic evaluation in addition to those who underwent prophylactic TAE after initial successful endoscopic hemostasis. Meta-analysis was performed to compare patients who underwent endoscopic therapy (ET) and TAE with those who underwent ET alone. The primary outcomes measured included rates of rebleeding, reintervention, and 30-day mortality. Secondary outcome measures evaluated length of hospitalization, technical success rates, and complications associated with TAE. Of 916 publications, 5 were eligible for inclusion; 310 patients with high-risk peptic ulcer bleeding underwent prophylactic TAE, and 255 were compared against a control group of 580 patients that underwent standard treatment with ET alone. Patients who underwent ET with TAE had lower 30-day rebleeding rates (odds ratio [OR], 0.35; 95% confidence interval [CI] 0.15-0.85; P = .02; I2 = 50%). The ET with TAE group had a lower 30-day mortality rate (OR, 0.28; 95% CI, 0.10-0.83; P = .02; I2 = 58%). There was no difference in pooled reintervention rates (OR, 0.68; 95% CI, 0.43-1.08; P = .10; I2 = 0%) and length of hospitalization (mean difference, -0.32; 95% CI, -1.88 to 1.24; P = .69; I2 = 0%). Technical success rate of prophylactic TAE was 90.5% (95% CI, 83.09-97.98; I2 = 75.9%). Pooled proportion of overall complication rate was 0.18% (95% CI, 0.00-1.28; I2 = 0%). Prophylactic TAE has lower rebleeding and mortality with a good success rate and low complications. Prophylactic TAE after primary ET may be recommended for selected patients with high-risk bleeding ulcers; however, further studies should be performed to establish this as a routine tool in patients with bleeding peptic ulcer disease.
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- Jasmine H E Chang
- Department of Upper Gastrointestinal and Bariatric Surgery, Singapore General Hospital
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- Department of Upper Gastrointestinal and Bariatric Surgery, Singapore General Hospital.
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- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore
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- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore
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- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore
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- Department of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, Singapore General Hospital
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- Department of Upper Gastrointestinal and Bariatric Surgery, Singapore General Hospital
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- Department of Upper Gastrointestinal and Bariatric Surgery, Singapore General Hospital
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- Department of Upper Gastrointestinal and Bariatric Surgery, Singapore General Hospital
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- Department of Upper Gastrointestinal and Bariatric Surgery, Singapore General Hospital
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Loffroy R, Falvo N, Midulla M, Chevallier O. Arterial embolization for endoscopically unmanageable gastrointestinal bleeding remains the first-line therapy whatever the angiographic features. Scand J Gastroenterol 2020; 55:1308. [PMID: 32937085 DOI: 10.1080/00365521.2020.1821763] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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- Romaric Loffroy
- Department of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, Image-Guided Therapy Center, ImViA Laboratory-EA 7535, François-Mitterrand University Hospital, Dijon, France
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- Department of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, Image-Guided Therapy Center, ImViA Laboratory-EA 7535, François-Mitterrand University Hospital, Dijon, France
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- Department of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, Image-Guided Therapy Center, ImViA Laboratory-EA 7535, François-Mitterrand University Hospital, Dijon, France
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- Department of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, Image-Guided Therapy Center, ImViA Laboratory-EA 7535, François-Mitterrand University Hospital, Dijon, France
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Loffroy R, Desmyttere AS, Mouillot T, Pellegrinelli J, Facy O, Drouilllard A, Falvo N, Charles PE, Bardou M, Midulla M, Aho-Gléglé S, Chevallier O. Ten-year experience with arterial embolization for peptic ulcer bleeding: N-butyl cyanoacrylate glue versus other embolic agents. Eur Radiol 2020; 31:3015-3026. [PMID: 33128601 DOI: 10.1007/s00330-020-07427-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2020] [Revised: 09/01/2020] [Accepted: 10/14/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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OBJECTIVES To compare our experience with N-butyl cyanoacrylate glue as the primary embolic agent versus other embolic agents for transcatheter arterial embolization (TAE) in refractory peptic ulcer bleeding and to identify factors associated with early rebleeding and 30-day mortality. METHODS Retrospective study of 148 consecutive patients comparing the clinical success rate in 78 patients managed with Glubran®2 N-butyl cyanoacrylate metacryloxysulfolane (NBCA-MS) alone or with other agents and 70 with other embolic agents only (coils, microspheres, ethylene-vinyl alcohol copolymer, or gelatin sponge) at a university center in 2008-2019. Univariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses were done to identify prognostic factors. RESULTS The technical success rate was 95.3% and the primary clinical success was 64.5%. The early rebleeding and day-30 mortality rates were 35.4% and 21.3%, respectively. Rebleeding was significantly less common with than without Glubran®2 (OR, 0.47; 95% CI, 0.22-0.99; p = .047) and significantly more common with coils used alone (OR, 20.4; 95% CI, 10.13-50.14; p = .024). The only other factor independently associated with early rebleeding was having two or more comorbidities (OR, 20.14; 95% CI, 10.01-40.52; p = .047). Day-30 mortality was similar in the two treatment groups. A lower initial hemoglobin level was significantly associated with higher day-30 mortality (OR, 10.38; 95% CI, 10.10-10.74; p = .006). Fluoroscopy time was significantly shorter with Glubran®2 (20.8 ± 11.5 min vs. 35.5 ± 23.4 min, p = .002). Both groups (Glubran®2 vs. other agents) had similar rates of overall complications (10.7% vs. 9.1%, respectively, p = .786). CONCLUSIONS Glubran®2 NBCA-MS as the primary agent allowed for faster and better clinical success compared to other embolic agents when used for TAE to safely stop refractory peptic ulcer bleeding. KEY POINTS • Choice of embolic agent for arterial embolization of refractory peptic ulcer bleeding is still debated. We compared our experience with N-butyl cyanoacrylate (NBCA) glue vs. other embolic agents. • The use of Glubran®2 NBCA glue in the endovascular management of refractory peptic ulcer bleeding was significantly faster and more effective, and at least as safe compared to other embolic agents. • NBCA glue offers several advantages compared to other embolic agents and provides rapid hemostasis when used for arterial embolization to treat refractory peptic ulcer bleeding. It should be the first-line therapy.
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- Romaric Loffroy
- Department of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, François-Mitterrand University Hospital, Dijon, France. .,Department of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, Image-Guided Therapy Center, François-Mitterrand University Hospital, 14 Rue Paul Gaffarel, BP 77908, 21079, Dijon Cedex, France.
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- Department of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, François-Mitterrand University Hospital, Dijon, France
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, François-Mitterrand University Hospital, Dijon, France
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- Department of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, François-Mitterrand University Hospital, Dijon, France
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- Department of Digestive and Visceral Surgery, François-Mitterrand University Hospital, Dijon, France
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, François-Mitterrand University Hospital, Dijon, France
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- Department of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, François-Mitterrand University Hospital, Dijon, France
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- Department of Anesthesia and Intensive Care, François-Mitterrand University Hospital, Dijon, France
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, François-Mitterrand University Hospital, Dijon, France
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- Department of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, François-Mitterrand University Hospital, Dijon, France
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, François-Mitterrand University Hospital, Dijon, France
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- Department of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, François-Mitterrand University Hospital, Dijon, France
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Funaki B. Gastrointestinal Bleeding on Call: Questions and Answers and One Person's Opinions. Semin Intervent Radiol 2020; 37:31-34. [PMID: 32139968 DOI: 10.1055/s-0039-3402018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding represents one of the more morbid forms of hemorrhage that interventional radiologists deal with on an on-call basis. Bleeding from the GI tract takes many forms and has many etiologies. While venous bleeds from varices are often treated emergently with placement of a transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt, arterial hemorrhages are treated most effectively with embolization procedures. Embolization must be performed in specific ways, however, in an effort to decrease the risk of bowel ischemia; this also requires choosing the right patients in whom to perform embolization procedures. This article will provide a discussion on when to perform embolization and how, what to do with specific patient populations such as those with coagulopathy, and which patients should be considered for emergent treatment versus those that can be postponed.
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- Brian Funaki
- Department of Radiology, Section of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, University of Chicago Medicine, Chicago, Illinois
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Lebedev NV, Belozerov GE, Klimov AE, Sokolova PY, Spasskiy AA, Barkhudarov AA. [Transcatheter embolization in prevention of recurrent bleeding from stomach ulcers]. Khirurgiia (Mosk) 2019:31-35. [PMID: 28514380 DOI: 10.17116/hirurgia2017531-35] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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AIM To evaluate an efficacy of endovascular hemostasis in patients with gastric ulcerative bleeding and high risk of recurrent bleeding and death. MATERIAL AND METHODS The work is based on a study of the results in 30 patients with gastric ulcerative bleeding, high risk of recurrent bleeding (rebleeding forecast system (RFS) score over 17) and high risk of death (SAPS II score over 30). We attempted transcatheter embolization of left gastric artery to prevent rebleeding. The control group consisted of 60 patients with gastric ulcerative bleeding and the same RFS and SAPS II values in whom angiography and endovascular hemostasis were not performed. RESULTS Technical success of endovascular hemostasis was achieved in 25 (83.3%) cases. In 5 cases embolization was not performed. Complications after transcatheter angiography and embolization were absent. Recurrent bleeding after technically successful embolization was observed in 3 (12.0%) patients. In all cases PVA microemboli were used. Mortality was 11.1% (3 patients). CONCLUSION Endovascular hemostasis in patients with severe comorbidities (SAPS II score over 30) and high risk of rebleeding (RFS score over 17) reduced incidence of recurrent bleeding from 36.7% to 11.1%.
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- N V Lebedev
- Chair of Surgery, Russian Peoples' Friendship University, Moscow; Sklifosovsky Research Institute of Emergency Care, Moscow
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- Chair of Surgery, Russian Peoples' Friendship University, Moscow; Sklifosovsky Research Institute of Emergency Care, Moscow
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- Chair of Surgery, Russian Peoples' Friendship University, Moscow; Sklifosovsky Research Institute of Emergency Care, Moscow
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- Chair of Surgery, Russian Peoples' Friendship University, Moscow; Sklifosovsky Research Institute of Emergency Care, Moscow
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- Chair of Surgery, Russian Peoples' Friendship University, Moscow; Sklifosovsky Research Institute of Emergency Care, Moscow
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- Chair of Surgery, Russian Peoples' Friendship University, Moscow; Sklifosovsky Research Institute of Emergency Care, Moscow
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Foltz G, Khaddash T. Embolization of Nonvariceal Upper Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage Complicated by Bowel Ischemia. Semin Intervent Radiol 2019; 36:76-83. [PMID: 31123376 DOI: 10.1055/s-0039-1688419] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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Over the past three decades, transcatheter arterial embolization has become the first-line therapy for the management of acute nonvariceal upper gastrointestinal bleeding refractory to endoscopic hemostasis. Overall, transcatheter arterial interventions have high technical and clinical success rates. This review will focus on patient presentation and technical considerations as predictors of complications from transcatheter arterial embolization in the management of acute upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage.
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- Gretchen Foltz
- Section of Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology, Washington University St. Louis - School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri
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- Section of Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology, Washington University St. Louis - School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri
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Muhammad A, Awais M, Sayani R, Saeed MA, Qamar S, Rehman A, Baloch NU. Empiric Transcatheter Arterial Embolization for Massive or Recurrent Gastrointestinal Bleeding: Ten-year Experience from a Single Tertiary Care Center. Cureus 2019; 11:e4228. [PMID: 31123650 PMCID: PMC6510562 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.4228] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [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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Purpose In patients with massive or recurrent gastrointestinal bleeding (GIB) which is not amenable to endoscopic therapy, angiographic interventions are often employed. We report our ten-year experience of empiric transcatheter arterial embolization (TAE) for patients with massive or recurrent GIB. Methods All patients who had undergone empiric TAE at our hospital between March 2004 and June 2015 were identified using the institutional radiology information system. A retrospective chart review was performed using a structured pro forma. Technical success rate, 30-day clinical success rate, 30-day mortality rate, and rate of procedural complications were computed. Statistical analysis was performed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 20. Results A total of 32 patients had undergone empiric TAE for GIB during the study period. The median age of subjects was 56 years and two-thirds of them were male (68.7%). Gastroduodenal (n=24), ileocolic (n=3), left gastric (n=2), right gastroepiploic (n=1), and branches of superior and middle rectal arteries (n=1) were embolized using microcoils (n=25), polyvinyl alcohol particles (n=25), and gelatin sponge (n=3)--either alone or in combination. Technical and 30-day clinical success rates were 96.9% (31/32) and 71.9% (23/32), respectively. The 30-day mortality rate for our cohort was 21.9% (7/32). One patient developed re-bleeding at two days after the initial procedure and required repeat embolization. Coil migration (n=3) and access site hematoma (n=1) were the observed procedural complications. Conclusion Empiric TAE can be a useful treatment option for selected patients with massive or recurrent GIB that is not amenable to endoscopic therapy.
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- Radiology, Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, PAK
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- Radiology, Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, PAK
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- Internal Medicine, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, USA
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- Internal Medicine, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, USA
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Noh SM, Shin JH, Kim HI, Lee SH, Chang K, Song EM, Hwang SW, Yang DH, Ye BD, Myung SJ, Yang SK, Byeon JS. [Clinical Outcomes of Angiography and Transcatheter Arterial Embolization for Acute Gastrointestinal Bleeding: Analyses according to Bleeding Sites and Embolization Types]. THE KOREAN JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY 2018; 71:219-228. [PMID: 29684971 DOI: 10.4166/kjg.2018.71.4.219] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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Background/Aims The clinical outcomes of angiography and transcatheter arterial embolization (TAE) for acute gastrointestinal bleeding (GIB) have not been completely assessed, especially according to bleeding sites. This study aimed to assess the efficacy of angiography and safety of TAE in acute GIB. Methods This was a retrospective study evaluating the records of 321 patients with acute GIB who underwent angiography with or without TAE. Targeted TAE was conducted in 134 patients, in whom angiography showed bleeding sources. Prophylactic TAE was performed in 29 patients when the bleeding source was not detected but a specific vessel was strongly suspected by other examinations. The rate of technical success, clinical success, and complications were analyzed. Results The detection rate of bleeding source via angiography was 50.8% (163/321), which was not different according to the bleeding sites. The detection rate was higher if the probable bleeding source had already been found by another investigation (59.7% vs. 35.8%, p<0.001). TAE sites were upper GIB in 67, mid GIB in 74, and lower GIB in 22. The technical success rate was 99.3% (133/134), and the clinical success rate was 63.0% (104/163). The prophylactic embolization group showed lower clinical success rate than the targeted embolization group (44.8% vs. 67.9%, p=0.06). The TAE-related complication rate was 12.9% (21/163). Ischemia and/or infarction was more common after TAE for mid and lower GIB than for upper GIB (15.6% vs. 3.0%, p=0.007). Conclusions Angiography with or without TAE was an effective method for acute GIB. Targeted embolization should be performed if possible given that it has a higher clinical success rate.
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- Soo Min Noh
- Departments of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Departments of Internal Medicine and Radiology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Departments of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Yata S, Ohuchi Y, Adachi A, Endo M, Takasugi S, Tsukamoto K, Matsumoto K, Kodani M, Makishima J, Fujii S. Is glue embolization safe and effective for gastrointestinal bleeding? INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF GASTROINTESTINAL INTERVENTION 2018. [DOI: 10.18528/gii180030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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- Shinsaku Yata
- Division of Radiology, Department of Pathophysiological and Therapeutic Science, Faculty of Medicine, Tottori University, Tottori, Japan
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- Division of Radiology, Department of Pathophysiological and Therapeutic Science, Faculty of Medicine, Tottori University, Tottori, Japan
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- Division of Radiology, Department of Pathophysiological and Therapeutic Science, Faculty of Medicine, Tottori University, Tottori, Japan
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- Division of Radiology, Department of Pathophysiological and Therapeutic Science, Faculty of Medicine, Tottori University, Tottori, Japan
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- Division of Radiology, Department of Pathophysiological and Therapeutic Science, Faculty of Medicine, Tottori University, Tottori, Japan
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- Division of Radiology, Department of Pathophysiological and Therapeutic Science, Faculty of Medicine, Tottori University, Tottori, Japan
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- Division of Radiology, Department of Pathophysiological and Therapeutic Science, Faculty of Medicine, Tottori University, Tottori, Japan
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- Division of Radiology, Department of Pathophysiological and Therapeutic Science, Faculty of Medicine, Tottori University, Tottori, Japan
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- Division of Radiology, Department of Pathophysiological and Therapeutic Science, Faculty of Medicine, Tottori University, Tottori, Japan
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- Division of Radiology, Department of Pathophysiological and Therapeutic Science, Faculty of Medicine, Tottori University, Tottori, Japan
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Spiliopoulos S, Inchingolo R, Lucatelli P, Iezzi R, Diamantopoulos A, Posa A, Barry B, Ricci C, Cini M, Konstantos C, Palialexis K, Reppas L, Trikola A, Nardella M, Adam A, Brountzos E. Transcatheter Arterial Embolization for Bleeding Peptic Ulcers: A Multicenter Study. Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol 2018; 41:1333-1339. [PMID: 29671058 DOI: 10.1007/s00270-018-1966-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2018] [Accepted: 04/12/2018] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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PURPOSE To investigate the outcomes of transcatheter arterial embolization (TAE) for the treatment of peptic ulcer bleeding (PUB). MATERIALS AND METHODS This is a retrospective, multicenter study, which investigated all patients who underwent TAE for the treatment of severe upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage from peptic ulcers in five European centers, between January 1, 2012 and May 1, 2017. All patients had undergone failed endoscopic hemostasis. Forty-four patients (male; mean age 74.0 ± 11.1 years, range 49-94), with bleeding from duodenum (36/44; 81.8%) or gastric ulcer (8/44; 18.2%) were followed up to 3.5 years (range 2-1354 days). In 42/44 cases, bleeding was confirmed by pre-procedural CT angiography. In 50% of the cases, coils were deployed, while in the remaining glue, microparticles, gel foam and combinations of the above were used. The study's outcome measures were 30-day survival technical success (occlusion of feeding vessel and/or no extravasation at completion DSA), overall survival, bleeding relapse and complication rates. RESULTS The technical success was 100%. The 30-day survival rate was 79.5% (35/44 cases). No patients died due to ongoing or recurrent hemorrhage. Re-bleeding occurred in 2/44 cases (4.5%) and was successfully managed with repeat TAE (one) or surgery (one). The rate of major complications was 4.5% (2/44; one acute pancreatitis and one partial pancreatic ischemia), successfully managed conservatively. According to Kaplan-Meier analysis survival was 71.9% at 3.5 years. CONCLUSIONS TAE for the treatment of PUB was technically successful in all cases and resulted in high clinical success rate. Minimal re-bleeding rates further highlight the utility of TAE as the second line treatment of choice, after failed endoscopy.
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- Stavros Spiliopoulos
- 2nd Department of Radiology, Interventional Radiology Unit, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Attikon University Hospital, Athens, Greece.
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- Department of Radiological Sciences, Institute of Radiology, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy
- Institute of Radiology, Madonna delle Grazie Hospital, Matera, Italy
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- Vascular Interventional Radiology Unit, University of Siena, Viale Mario Bracci 53, 53100, Siena, Italy
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- Department of Radiological Sciences, Institute of Radiology, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, Guy's and St Thomas' Hospitals, NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Department of Radiological Sciences, Institute of Radiology, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, Guy's and St Thomas' Hospitals, NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Vascular Interventional Radiology Unit, University of Siena, Viale Mario Bracci 53, 53100, Siena, Italy
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- Vascular Interventional Radiology Unit, University of Siena, Viale Mario Bracci 53, 53100, Siena, Italy
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- 2nd Department of Radiology, Interventional Radiology Unit, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Attikon University Hospital, Athens, Greece
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- 2nd Department of Radiology, Interventional Radiology Unit, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Attikon University Hospital, Athens, Greece
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- 2nd Department of Radiology, Interventional Radiology Unit, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Attikon University Hospital, Athens, Greece
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- 2nd Department of Radiology, Interventional Radiology Unit, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Attikon University Hospital, Athens, Greece
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- Institute of Radiology, Madonna delle Grazie Hospital, Matera, Italy
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, Guy's and St Thomas' Hospitals, NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- 2nd Department of Radiology, Interventional Radiology Unit, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Attikon University Hospital, Athens, Greece
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Kuyumcu G, Latich I, Hardman RL, Fine GC, Oklu R, Quencer KB. Gastrodoudenal Embolization: Indications, Technical Pearls, and Outcomes. J Clin Med 2018; 7:jcm7050101. [PMID: 29724061 PMCID: PMC5977140 DOI: 10.3390/jcm7050101] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2018] [Revised: 04/25/2018] [Accepted: 04/27/2018] [Indexed: 01/06/2023] Open
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The gastroduodenal artery (GDA) is frequently embolized in cases of upper GI bleed that has failed endoscopic therapy. Additionally, it may be done for GDA pseudoaneurysms or as an adjunctive procedure prior to Yttrim-90 (Y90) treatment of hepatic tumors. This clinical review will summarize anatomy and embryology of the GDA, indications, outcomes and complications of GDA embolization.
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- Gokhan Kuyumcu
- Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging, Section of Interventional Radiology, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT 06519, USA.
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- Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging, Section of Interventional Radiology, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT 06519, USA.
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- Division of Interventional Radiology, University of Utah Department of Radiology, Salt Lake City, UT 84108, USA.
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- Division of Interventional Radiology, University of Utah Department of Radiology, Salt Lake City, UT 84108, USA.
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- Department of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, Minimally Invasive Therapeutics Laboratory, Mayo Clinic, Phoenix, AZ 85054, USA.
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- Division of Interventional Radiology, University of Utah Department of Radiology, Salt Lake City, UT 84108, USA.
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Hur S, Jae HJ, Lee H, Lee M, Kim HC, Chung JW. Superselective Embolization for Arterial Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding Using N-Butyl Cyanoacrylate: A Single-Center Experience in 152 Patients. J Vasc Interv Radiol 2017; 28:1673-1680. [PMID: 28935474 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvir.2017.07.027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2017] [Revised: 07/11/2017] [Accepted: 07/24/2017] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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PURPOSE To evaluate 30-day safety and efficacy of superselective embolization for arterial upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB) using N-butyl cyanoacrylate (NBCA). MATERIALS AND METHODS This single-center retrospective 10-year study included 152 consecutive patients with UGIB (gastric, n = 74; duodenal, n = 78) who underwent embolization with NBCA for angiographically positive arterial bleeding. The primary endpoint was clinical success rate defined as achievement of hemostasis without rebleeding or UGIB-related mortality within 30 days after embolization. Mean systolic blood pressure and heart rate were 121.2 mm Hg ± 27.4 and 97.9 beats/minute ± 22.5; 31.1% of patients needed intravenous inotropes, and 36.6% had coagulopathy. The etiology of bleeding was ulcer (80.3%) or iatrogenic injury (19.7%). Statistical analysis was performed to identify predictive factors for outcomes. RESULTS Technical success rate was 100%. Clinical success, 1-month mortality, and major complication rates were 70.4%, 22.4%, and 0.7%. There were significant differences in the clinical success rates between gastric and duodenal bleeding (79.4% vs 62.2%; P = .025). The need for intravenous inotropes at the time of embolization was a significant negative predictive factor in both gastric (odds ratio [OR] = 0.091, P = .004) and duodenal (OR = 0.156, P = .002) bleeding. The use of a microcatheter with a smaller tip (2 F) was associated with better outcomes in duodenal bleeding (OR = 7.389, P = .005). CONCLUSIONS Superselective embolization using NBCA is safe and effective for angiographically positive arterial UGIB.
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- Saebeom Hur
- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Hospital, 101 Daehak-ro, Jongro-gu, Seoul 03080, Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Hospital, 101 Daehak-ro, Jongro-gu, Seoul 03080, Korea.
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Hospital, 101 Daehak-ro, Jongro-gu, Seoul 03080, Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Hospital, 101 Daehak-ro, Jongro-gu, Seoul 03080, Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Hospital, 101 Daehak-ro, Jongro-gu, Seoul 03080, Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Hospital, 101 Daehak-ro, Jongro-gu, Seoul 03080, Korea
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Chua WM, Venkatanarasimha N, Damodharan K. Acute ischemic pancreatitis: A rare complication of empirical gastroduodenal artery embolization. Indian J Radiol Imaging 2017; 27:338-341. [PMID: 29089686 PMCID: PMC5644331 DOI: 10.4103/0971-3026.215571] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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Empirical embolization of the gastroduodenal artery (GDA) is accepted as a safe and effective treatment option for endoscopy-refractory nonvariceal upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB) in patients with high surgical risk. Nontarget embolization is a recognized complication of transarterial embolization, however, symptomatic pancreatic injury is extremely rare. We report a patient who developed acute ischemic pancreatitis immediately after embolization of the GDA, which was confirmed intraoperatively. Interventionists as well as referring clinicians need to be aware of this rare but life threatening complication.
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- Wei Ming Chua
- Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore
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ACR Appropriateness Criteria ® Nonvariceal Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding. J Am Coll Radiol 2017; 14:S177-S188. [PMID: 28473074 DOI: 10.1016/j.jacr.2017.02.038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2017] [Revised: 02/20/2017] [Accepted: 02/21/2017] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB) remains a significant cause of morbidity and mortality with mortality rates as high as 14%. This document addresses the indications for imaging UGIB that is nonvariceal and unrelated to portal hypertension. The four variants are derived with respect to upper endoscopy. For the first three, it is presumed that upper endoscopy has been performed, with three potential initial outcomes: endoscopy reveals arterial bleeding source, endoscopy confirms UGIB without a clear source, and negative endoscopy. The fourth variant, "postsurgical and traumatic causes of UGIB; endoscopy contraindicated" is considered separately because upper endoscopy is not performed. When endoscopy identifies the presence and location of bleeding but bleeding cannot be controlled endoscopically, catheter-based arteriography with treatment is an appropriate next study. CT angiography (CTA) is comparable with angiography as a diagnostic next step. If endoscopy demonstrates a bleed but the endoscopist cannot identify the bleeding source, angiography or CTA can be typically performed and both are considered appropriate. In the event of an obscure UGIB, angiography and CTA have been shown to be equivalent in identifying the bleeding source; CT enterography may be an alternative to CTA to find an intermittent bleeding source. In the postoperative or traumatic setting when endoscopy is contraindicated, primary angiography, CTA, and CT with intravenous contrast are considered appropriate. The American College of Radiology Appropriateness Criteria are evidence-based guidelines for specific clinical conditions that are reviewed annually by a multidisciplinary expert panel. The guideline development and revision include an extensive analysis of current medical literature from peer reviewed journals and the application of well-established methodologies (RAND/UCLA Appropriateness Method and Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development, and Evaluation or GRADE) to rate the appropriateness of imaging and treatment procedures for specific clinical scenarios. In those instances where evidence is lacking or equivocal, expert opinion may supplement the available evidence to recommend imaging or treatment.
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Kamo M, Fuwa S, Fukuda K, Fujita Y, Kurihara Y. Provocative Endoscopy to Identify Bleeding Site in Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding: A Novel Approach in Transarterial Embolization. J Vasc Interv Radiol 2016; 27:968-72. [PMID: 27338496 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvir.2016.03.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2015] [Revised: 03/04/2016] [Accepted: 03/08/2016] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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This report describes a novel approach to endoscopically induce bleeding by removing a clot from the bleeding site during angiography for upper gastrointestinal (UGI) hemorrhage. This procedure enabled accurate identification of the bleeding site, allowing for successful targeted embolization despite a negative initial angiogram. Provocative endoscopy may be a feasible and useful option for angiography of obscure bleeding sites in patients with UGI arterial hemorrhage.
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- Minobu Kamo
- Department of Radiology, St. Luke's International Hospital, 9-1, Akashi-cho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 1048560, Japan.
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, Kawasaki Saiwai Hospital, Saiwai-ku, Kawasaki, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, St. Luke's International Hospital, 9-1, Akashi-cho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 1048560, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, St. Luke's International Hospital, 9-1, Akashi-cho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 1048560, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, St. Luke's International Hospital, 9-1, Akashi-cho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 1048560, Japan
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Abusedera M, Ramzen M, Ebrahim W. Predictors of positive angiography and evaluation of the outcome of transcatheter control of non variceal upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage. THE EGYPTIAN JOURNAL OF RADIOLOGY AND NUCLEAR MEDICINE 2016. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ejrnm.2015.10.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022] Open
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Prophylactic Transcatheter Arterial Embolization After Successful Endoscopic Hemostasis in the Management of Bleeding Duodenal Ulcer. J Clin Gastroenterol 2015; 49:738-45. [PMID: 25319738 DOI: 10.1097/mcg.0000000000000259] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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GOALS The aim of this study was to demonstrate the new strategy of prophylactic transcatheter arterial embolization (TAE) of the gastroduodenal artery after endoscopic hemostasis of bleeding duodenal ulcers. BACKGROUND TAE is a well-established method for the treatment of recurrent or refractory ulcer bleeding resistant to endoscopic intervention, which increasingly replaces surgical procedures. A new approach for improving outcome and reducing rebleeding episodes is the supplemental and prophylactic TAE after successful endoscopic hemostasis. STUDY This retrospective study included all patients (n=117) treated from 2008 to 2012 for duodenal ulcer bleeding. After initial endoscopic hemostasis, patients were assessed regarding their individual rebleeding risk. Patients with a low rebleeding risk (n=47) were conservatively treated, patients with a high risk for rebleeding (n=55) had prophylactic TAE of the gastroduodenal artery, and patients with endoscopically refractory ulcer bleeding received immediate TAE. RESULTS The technical success of prophylactic TAE was 98% and the clinical success was 87% of cases. Rebleeding occurred in 11% of patients with prophylactic TAE and was successfully treated with repeated TAE or endoscopy. The major complication rate was 4%. Surgery was necessary in only 1 prophylactic TAE patient (0.9%) during the whole study period. Mortality associated with ulcer bleeding was 4% in patients with prophylactic TAE. CONCLUSIONS Prophylactic TAE in patients with duodenal ulcers at high risk for rebleeding was feasible, effective at preventing the need for surgery, and had low major complication rates. Given these promising outcomes, prophylactic TAE should be further evaluated as a preventative therapy in high-risk patients.
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Nanavati SM. What if endoscopic hemostasis fails? Alternative treatment strategies: interventional radiology. Gastroenterol Clin North Am 2014; 43:739-52. [PMID: 25440922 DOI: 10.1016/j.gtc.2014.08.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/21/2023]
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Since the 1960s, interventional radiology has played a role in the management of gastrointestinal bleeding. What began primarily as a diagnostic modality has evolved into much more of a therapeutic tool. And although the frequency of gastrointestinal bleeding has diminished thanks to management by pharmacologic and endoscopic methods, the need for additional invasive interventions still exists. Transcatheter angiography and intervention is a fundamental step in the algorithm for the treatment of gastrointestinal bleeding.
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- Sujal M Nanavati
- Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging, UCSF, 1001 Potrero Avenue, Rm. 1x55, San Francisco, CA 94110, USA.
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Lu Y, Loffroy R, Lau JYW, Barkun A. Multidisciplinary management strategies for acute non-variceal upper gastrointestinal bleeding. Br J Surg 2013; 101:e34-50. [PMID: 24277160 DOI: 10.1002/bjs.9351] [Citation(s) in RCA: 56] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/24/2013] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND The modern management of acute non-variceal upper gastrointestinal bleeding is centred on endoscopy, with recourse to interventional radiology and surgery in refractory cases. The appropriate use of intervention to optimize outcomes is reviewed. METHODS A literature search was undertaken of PubMed and the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials between January 1990 and April 2013 using validated search terms (with restrictions) relevant to upper gastrointestinal bleeding. RESULTS Appropriate and adequate resuscitation, and risk stratification using validated scores should be initiated at diagnosis. Coagulopathy should be corrected along with blood transfusions, aiming for an international normalized ratio of less than 2·5 to proceed with possible endoscopic haemostasis and a haemoglobin level of 70 g/l (excluding patients with severe bleeding or ischaemia). Prokinetics and proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) can be administered while awaiting endoscopy, although they do not affect rebleeding, surgery or mortality rates. Endoscopic haemostasis using thermal or mechanical therapies alone or in combination with injection should be used in all patients with high-risk stigmata (Forrest I-IIb) within 24 h of presentation (possibly within 12 h if there is severe bleeding), followed by a 72-h intravenous infusion of PPI that has been shown to decrease further rebleeding, surgery and mortality. A second attempt at endoscopic haemostasis is generally made in patients with rebleeding. Uncontrolled bleeding should be treated with targeted or empirical transcatheter arterial embolization. Surgical intervention is required in the event of failure of endoscopic and radiological measures. Secondary PPI prophylaxis when indicated and Helicobacter pylori eradication are necessary to decrease recurrent bleeding, keeping in mind the increased false-negative testing rates in the setting of acute bleeding. CONCLUSION An evidence-based approach with multidisciplinary collaboration is required to optimize outcomes of patients presenting with acute non-variceal upper gastrointestinal bleeding.
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- Y Lu
- Division of Gastroenterology and
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Shin JH. Refractory gastrointestinal bleeding: role of angiographic intervention. Clin Endosc 2013; 46:486-91. [PMID: 24143308 PMCID: PMC3797931 DOI: 10.5946/ce.2013.46.5.486] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2013] [Accepted: 06/25/2013] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Although endoscopic hemostasis remains initial treatment modality for nonvariceal gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding, severe bleeding despite endoscopic management occurs in 5% to 10% of the patients, requiring surgery or transcatheter arterial embolization (TAE). TAE is now considered the first-line therapy for massive GI bleeding refractory to endoscopic management. GI endoscopists need to be familiar with indications, principles, outcomes, and complications of TAE, as well as embolic materials available.
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- Ji Hoon Shin
- Depatment of Radiology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Morishita H, Yamagami T, Matsumoto T, Asai S, Masui K, Sato H, Majima A, Sato O. Transcatheter arterial embolization with N-butyl cyanoacrylate for acute life-threatening gastroduodenal bleeding uncontrolled by endoscopic hemostasis. J Vasc Interv Radiol 2013; 24:432-8. [PMID: 23433417 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvir.2012.12.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2012] [Revised: 12/17/2012] [Accepted: 12/18/2012] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To investigate the feasibility, efficacy, and safety of transcatheter arterial embolization with N-butyl cyanoacrylate (NBCA) for gastroduodenal nonvariceal bleeding uncontrolled by endoscopic hemostasis. MATERIALS AND METHODS Between January 2006 and December 2011, a total of 317 patients underwent emergent endoscopic therapy for nonvariceal gastroduodenal bleeding, but hemostasis was not achieved in 20 cases. Emergent surgery was performed immediately following endoscopy in two patients. Arteriography was performed in the remaining 18 patients, and embolization with NBCA was performed in 15 patients (mean age, 71.3 y) in whom the bleeding site was detected on arteriography. For embolization, NBCA was mixed with iodized oil at a ratio of 1:1.5-1:4, and no other embolic material was used in the procedure. Technical and clinical success rates, recurrent bleeding, procedural time, complications, and clinical outcomes were determined for each procedure. RESULTS Embolization with NBCA was technically and clinically successful in all procedures, without major complications. No patient receiving embolization with NBCA experienced recurrent bleeding or required further treatment after the one-session procedure. All patients were discharged after clinical improvement. The time between puncture of the femoral artery and completion of embolization ranged from 25 to 240 minutes (mean, 66 min), and the time between the microcatheter reaching the ultimate catheter location selected for embolization and hemostasis ranged from 142 to 550 seconds (mean, 322s). CONCLUSIONS In this limited series, embolization with NBCA was found to be a safe, feasible, and effective treatment for gastroduodenal arterial bleeding when endoscopic hemostasis had failed.
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- Hiroyuki Morishita
- Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Japan Red Cross Kyoto Daiichi Hospital, Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan.
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Transcatheter embolotherapy for gastrointestinal bleeding: a single center review of safety, efficacy, and clinical outcomes. Dig Dis Sci 2013; 58:1976-84. [PMID: 23361570 DOI: 10.1007/s10620-012-2547-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 53] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2012] [Accepted: 12/24/2012] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to assess safety, efficacy, and clinical outcomes following transcatheter arterial embolization (TAE) of acute gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding. MATERIALS AND METHODS Ninety-five patients (male:female ratio = 53:42, mean age 62 years) that underwent 95 TAEs for GI hemorrhage between 2002 and 2010 were retrospectively studied. Seventy-six of 95 (80 %) patients had upper GI bleeds and 19/95 (20 %) patients had lower GI bleeds. A mean of 7 (range 0-27) packed red blood cell units were transfused pre-procedure, and 90/95 (95 %) procedures were urgent or emergent. Twenty-seven of 95 (28 %) patients were hemodynamically unstable. Measured outcomes included procedure technical success, adverse events, and 30-day rebleeding and mortality rates. RESULTS Bleeding etiology included peptic ulcer disease (45/95, 47 %), cancer (14/95, 15 %), diverticulosis (13/95, 14 %), and other (23/95, 24 %). Vessels embolized (n = 109) included gastroduodenal (42/109, 39 %), pancreaticoduodenal (22/109, 20 %), gastric (21/109, 19 %), superior mesenteric (12/109, 11 %), inferior mesenteric (8/109, 7 %), and splenic (4/109, 4 %) artery branches. Technical success with immediate hemostasis was achieved in 93/95 (98 %) cases. Most common embolic agents included coils (66/109, 61 %) and/or gelatin sponge (19/109, 17 %). Targeted versus empiric embolization were performed in 57/95 (60 %) and 38/95 (40 %) cases, respectively. Complications included bowel ischemia (4/95, 4 %) and coil migration in 3/95 (3 %). 30-day rebleeding rate was 23 % (22/95). Overall 30-day mortality rate was 18 % (16/89). Empiric embolization resulted in similar rebleeding (23 vs 24 %) but higher mortality (31 vs 9 %) rates compared to embolization for active extravasation. CONCLUSIONS TAE controlled GI bleeding with high technical success, safety, and efficacy, and should be considered when endoscopic therapy is not feasible or unsuccessful.
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Letter Reply Re: “Endoscopy-Guided Empiric Arterial Embolization for Angiographically Negative Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding: Use it Without Fear!”. Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol 2013; 36:869. [DOI: 10.1007/s00270-013-0587-1] [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: 02/10/2013] [Accepted: 02/12/2013] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Loffroy R. Endoscopy-Guided Empiric Arterial Embolization for Angiographically Negative Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding: Use it Without Fear! Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol 2013; 36:867-8. [DOI: 10.1007/s00270-013-0585-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/19/2012] [Accepted: 11/25/2012] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Loffroy R. Management of duodenal ulcer bleeding resistant to endoscopy: Surgery is dead! World J Gastroenterol 2013; 19:1150-1151. [PMID: 23467545 PMCID: PMC3582007 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v19.i7.1150] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2012] [Revised: 12/17/2012] [Accepted: 01/21/2013] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Acute massive duodenal bleeding is one of the most frequent complications of peptic ulcer disease. Endoscopy is the first-line method for diagnosing and treating actively bleeding peptic ulcers because its success rate is high. Of the small group of patients whose bleeding fails to respond to endoscopic therapy, increasingly the majority is referred for embolotherapy. Indeed, advances in catheter-based techniques and newer embolic agents, as well as recognition of the effectiveness of minimally invasive treatment options, have expanded the role of interventional radiology in the management of hemorrhage from peptic ulcers over the past decade. Embolization may be effective for even the most gravely ill patients for whom surgery is not a viable option, even when extravasation is not visualized by angiography. However, it seems that careful selection of the embolic agents according to the bleeding vessel may play a role in a successful outcome. The role of the surgeon in this clinical sphere is dramatically diminishing and will certainly continue to diminish in ensuing years, surgery being typically reserved for patients whose bleeding failed to respond all previous treatments. Such a setting has become extremely rare.
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Yata S, Ihaya T, Kaminou T, Hashimoto M, Ohuchi Y, Umekita Y, Ogawa T. Transcatheter arterial embolization of acute arterial bleeding in the upper and lower gastrointestinal tract with N-butyl-2-cyanoacrylate. J Vasc Interv Radiol 2013; 24:422-31. [PMID: 23380738 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvir.2012.11.024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 59] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2012] [Revised: 11/28/2012] [Accepted: 11/29/2012] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To assess the clinical utility and safety of transcatheter arterial embolization with N-butyl-2-cyanoacrylate (NBCA) for urgent control of acute arterial bleeding in the upper and lower gastrointestinal tract. MATERIALS AND METHODS Therapeutic NBCA embolization was performed in 37 patients (39 cases; mean age, 67.8 years) with acute upper (n = 16) or lower (n = 23) gastrointestinal tract bleeding after endoscopic management had failed. Transcatheter arterial embolization was performed using 1:1 to 1:5 mixtures of NBCA and iodized oil. The most common etiologies of bleeding were colonic diverticulosis (n = 13), malignancy (n = 11), and benign ulcer (n = 7). Coagulopathy was present in 11 patients, and 23 patients were hemodynamically unstable before NBCA embolization. Histologic examination for bowel ischemia was also performed in five patients who underwent excision of the lesion after NBCA embolization. RESULTS The technical success rate was 100%. Recurrent bleeding occurred in two patients. Complete hemostasis was achieved in all 11 patients with coagulopathy. Ulcers induced by transcatheter arterial embolization were noted in 6 of 20 patients who underwent endoscopic examination; the ulcers were successfully treated with conservative measures. Histologic examination revealed that despite inflammatory reactions in and around the vessels, no intestinal necrosis secondary to NBCA embolization was found. Hepatic abscess occurred in two cases, and ischemia of the lower limb occurred in one case; these complications were managed by percutaneous drainage and bypass surgery. CONCLUSIONS Transcatheter arterial embolization with NBCA is a good treatment option with a high rate of complete hemostasis and a low recurrent bleeding rate, even in patients with coagulopathy.
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- Shinsaku Yata
- Division of Radiology, Department of Pathophysiological and Therapeutic Science, Faculty of Medicine, Tottori University, 36-1 Nishicho, Yonago, Tottori 683-8504, Japan.
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Acute gastrointestinal hemorrhage: radiologic diagnosis and management. Can Assoc Radiol J 2012; 64:90-100. [PMID: 23245297 DOI: 10.1016/j.carj.2012.08.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2012] [Accepted: 08/03/2012] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Is There a Role for Empiric Gastroduodenal Artery Embolization in the Management of Patients with Active Upper GI Hemorrhage? Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol 2012; 36:970-7. [DOI: 10.1007/s00270-012-0511-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2011] [Accepted: 10/02/2012] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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Quality improvement guidelines for transcatheter embolization for acute gastrointestinal nonvariceal hemorrhage. Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol 2012; 36:608-12. [PMID: 23150119 DOI: 10.1007/s00270-012-0462-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2012] [Accepted: 07/05/2012] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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Wang YL, Cheng YS, Liu LZ, He ZH, Ding KH. Emergency transcatheter arterial embolization for patients with acute massive duodenal ulcer hemorrhage. World J Gastroenterol 2012; 18:4765-70. [PMID: 23002347 PMCID: PMC3442216 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v18.i34.4765] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2011] [Revised: 02/02/2012] [Accepted: 05/06/2012] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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AIM: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of emergency transcatheter arterial embolization (ETAE) for patients with acute massive duodenal ulcer hemorrhage.
METHODS: Twenty-nine consecutive patients with acute massive bleeding of duodenal ulcer were admitted to our hospital from 2006 to 2011. Superselective angiography of the celiac and gastroduodenal arteries was performed to find out the bleeding sites before ETAE, then, embolotherapy was done with gelatin sponge particles or microstrips via a 5 French angiographic catheter or 3 French microcatheter. After ETAE, further superior mesenteric arteriography was undertaken in case collateral circulation supplied areas of the duodenal ulcer. Technical and clinical success rates were analyzed. Changes in the mucous membrane were observed using endoscopy following ETAE.
RESULTS: Angiography showed active bleeding with extravasation of contrast medium in seven cases with a 24% positive rate of celiac artery bleeding, and in 19 cases with a 65.5% rate of gastroduodenal artery bleeding. There were no angiographic signs of bleeding in three patients who underwent endoscopy prior to ETAE. Twenty-six patients achieved immediate hemostasis and technical success rate reached 90%. No hemostasis was observed in 27 patients within 30 d after ETAE and clinical success rate was 93%. Recurrent hemorrhage occurred in two patients who drank a lot of wine who were treated by a second embolotherapy in the same way. Five patients underwent transient ischem with light abdominal pain under xiphoid, spontaneous restoration without special treatment. No mucous necrosis happened to 29 cases for ischem of gastroduodenal arteries embolized.
CONCLUSION: ETAE is an effective and safe measure to control acute massive bleeding of duodenal ulcer.
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Loffroy R, Lin M, Thompson C, Harsha A, Rao P. A comparison of the results of arterial embolization for bleeding and non-bleeding gastroduodenal ulcers. Acta Radiol 2011; 52:1076-82. [PMID: 22006986 DOI: 10.1258/ar.2011.110344] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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BACKGROUND Although some authors have advocated the practice of arterial embolization for angiographically negative acute hemorrhage from gastroduodenal ulcers, this technique remains controversial. PURPOSE To compare the results of arterial embolization for bleeding (BU) and non-bleeding (NBU) gastroduodenal ulcers. MATERIAL AND METHODS Transcatheter embolization was performed in 57 patients (39 men, 18 women, mean age 69.8 years) who experienced acute bleeding from gastroduodenal ulcers. At the time of embolization active contrast extravasation was seen in 36 of 57 patients, while in the remaining 21 patients embolization was based on endoscopic findings. Patient demographics, clinical success, need for re-intervention secondary to re-bleeding, and 30-day complication and mortality rates were reviewed and compared between the two groups by using statistical analyses. RESULTS In the BU group, the gastroduodenal artery (GDA) was embolized in 31 patients (86.1%), the left gastric artery (LGA) in three patients (8.3%), and the left gastroepiploic artery (LGEA) in two patients (5.6%). In the NBU group, the GDA was embolized in 18 patients (85.7%), and the LGA in three patients (14.3%). Clinical success (61.9 vs. 75.0%, P = 0.30), need for re-intervention (38.1 vs. 27.8%, P = 0.42), and 30-day complication (9.5 vs. 5.6%, P = 0.57), and mortality (28.6 vs. 25%, P = 0.77) rates were not statistically different between the two groups. Embolization in patients in NBU group did not have impact on clinical success (OR, 0.54; 95%CI, 0.17-1.72; P = 0.30). CONCLUSION Arterial embolization in patients with angiographically NBU is as safe and effective as embolization in patients with BU.
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- Romaric Loffroy
- Russell H Morgan Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Division of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Clinical Informatics, Interventional, and Translational Solutions (CIITS), Philips Research North America, Briarcliff Manor, New York
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- Johns Hopkins Biostatistics Center, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Department of Neuroradiology and Biomedical Engineering, Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- Russell H Morgan Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Division of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, Maryland
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