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Fugazza A, Andreozzi M, Asadzadeh Aghdaei H, Insausti A, Spadaccini M, Colombo M, Carrara S, Terrin M, De Marco A, Franchellucci G, Khalaf K, Ketabi Moghadam P, Ferrari C, Anderloni A, Capretti G, Nappo G, Zerbi A, Repici A. Management of Malignant Gastric Outlet Obstruction: A Comprehensive Review on the Old, the Classic and the Innovative Approaches. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2024; 60:638. [PMID: 38674284 PMCID: PMC11052138 DOI: 10.3390/medicina60040638] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/29/2024] [Revised: 03/31/2024] [Accepted: 04/12/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024]
Abstract
Gastrojejunostomy is the principal method of palliation for unresectable malignant gastric outlet obstructions (GOO). Gastrojejunostomy was traditionally performed as a surgical procedure with an open approach butrecently, notable progress in the development of minimally invasive procedures such as laparoscopic gastrojejunostomies have emerged. Additionally, advancements in endoscopic techniques, including endoscopic stenting (ES) and endoscopic ultrasound-guided gastroenterostomy (EUS-GE), are becoming more prominent. ES involves the placement of self-expandable metal stents (SEMS) to restore luminal patency. ES is commonly the first choice for patients deemed unfit for surgery or at high surgical risk. However, although ES leads to rapid improvement of symptoms, it carries limitations like higher stent dysfunction rates and the need for frequent re-interventions. Recently, EUS-GE has emerged as a potential alternative, combining the minimally invasive nature of the endoscopic approach with the long-lasting effects of a gastrojejunostomy. Having reviewed the advantages and disadvantages of these different techniques, this article aims to provide a comprehensive review regarding the management of unresectable malignant GOO.
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Affiliation(s)
- Alessandro Fugazza
- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital-IRCCS, Via Manzoni 56, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy; (A.F.); (M.A.); (M.C.); (S.C.); (M.T.); (A.D.M.); (G.F.); (A.R.)
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital-IRCCS, Via Manzoni 56, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy; (A.F.); (M.A.); (M.C.); (S.C.); (M.T.); (A.D.M.); (G.F.); (A.R.)
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- Disorders Research Center, Research Institute for Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran P.O. Box 19875-17411, Iran;
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Medical Association Hospital, IGEA Institute, Patricios 347, Bahia Blanca B8000, Argentina;
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital-IRCCS, Via Manzoni 56, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy; (A.F.); (M.A.); (M.C.); (S.C.); (M.T.); (A.D.M.); (G.F.); (A.R.)
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, 20090 Milan, Italy; (G.C.); (G.N.); (A.Z.)
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital-IRCCS, Via Manzoni 56, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy; (A.F.); (M.A.); (M.C.); (S.C.); (M.T.); (A.D.M.); (G.F.); (A.R.)
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital-IRCCS, Via Manzoni 56, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy; (A.F.); (M.A.); (M.C.); (S.C.); (M.T.); (A.D.M.); (G.F.); (A.R.)
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital-IRCCS, Via Manzoni 56, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy; (A.F.); (M.A.); (M.C.); (S.C.); (M.T.); (A.D.M.); (G.F.); (A.R.)
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, 20090 Milan, Italy; (G.C.); (G.N.); (A.Z.)
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital-IRCCS, Via Manzoni 56, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy; (A.F.); (M.A.); (M.C.); (S.C.); (M.T.); (A.D.M.); (G.F.); (A.R.)
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, 20090 Milan, Italy; (G.C.); (G.N.); (A.Z.)
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital-IRCCS, Via Manzoni 56, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy; (A.F.); (M.A.); (M.C.); (S.C.); (M.T.); (A.D.M.); (G.F.); (A.R.)
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, 20090 Milan, Italy; (G.C.); (G.N.); (A.Z.)
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- Division of Gastroenterology, St. Michael’s Hospital, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON M5B 1T8, Canada;
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- Research Institute for Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran P.O. Box 19875-17411, Iran;
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- Division of Anaesthesiology, Humanitas Research Hospital-IRCCS, Via Manzoni 56, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy;
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- Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Viale Camillo Golgi 19, 27100 Pavia, Italy;
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, 20090 Milan, Italy; (G.C.); (G.N.); (A.Z.)
- Pancreatic Unit, Humanitas Research Hospital-IRCCS, Via Manzoni 56, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, 20090 Milan, Italy; (G.C.); (G.N.); (A.Z.)
- Pancreatic Unit, Humanitas Research Hospital-IRCCS, Via Manzoni 56, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, 20090 Milan, Italy; (G.C.); (G.N.); (A.Z.)
- Pancreatic Unit, Humanitas Research Hospital-IRCCS, Via Manzoni 56, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital-IRCCS, Via Manzoni 56, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy; (A.F.); (M.A.); (M.C.); (S.C.); (M.T.); (A.D.M.); (G.F.); (A.R.)
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, 20090 Milan, Italy; (G.C.); (G.N.); (A.Z.)
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Fugazza A, Khalaf K, Pawlak KM, Spadaccini M, Colombo M, Andreozzi M, Giacchetto M, Carrara S, Ferrari C, Binda C, Mangiavillano B, Anderloni A, Repici A. Use of endoscopic ultrasound-guided gallbladder drainage as a rescue approach in cases of unsuccessful biliary drainage. World J Gastroenterol 2024; 30:70-78. [PMID: 38293324 PMCID: PMC10823897 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v30.i1.70] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2023] [Revised: 11/14/2023] [Accepted: 12/22/2023] [Indexed: 01/06/2024] Open
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This narrative review provides an overview of the utilization of endoscopic ultrasound-guided gallbladder drainage (EUS-GBD) as a salvage approach in cases of unsuccessful conventional management. EUS-GBD is a minimally invasive and effective technique for drainage in patients with acute cholecystitis with high risk of surgery. The procedure has demonstrated impressive technical and clinical success rates with low rates of adverse events, making it a safe and effective option for appropriate candidates. Furthermore, EUS-GBD can also serve as a rescue option for patients who have failed endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography or EUS biliary drainage for relief of jaundice in malignant biliary stricture. However, patient selection is critical for the success of EUS-GBD, and proper patient selection and risk assessment are important to ensure the safety and efficacy of the procedure. As the field continues to evolve and mature, ongoing research will further refine our understanding of the benefits and limitations of EUS-GBD, ultimately leading to improved outcomes for patients.
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- Alessandro Fugazza
- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital - IRCCS, Rozzano 20089, Milano, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology, St. Michael’s Hospital, University of Toronto, Toronto M5B 1W8, ON, Canada
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- Division of Gastroenterology, St. Michael’s Hospital, University of Toronto, Toronto M5B 1W8, ON, Canada
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital - IRCCS, Rozzano 20089, Milano, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital - IRCCS, Rozzano 20089, Milano, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital - IRCCS, Rozzano 20089, Milano, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital - IRCCS, Rozzano 20089, Milano, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital - IRCCS, Rozzano 20089, Milano, Italy
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- Department of Anesthesia, Humanitas Research Hospital - IRCCS, Rozzano 20089, Milano, Italy
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- Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy Unit, Forlì-Cesena Hospitals, Romagna 47121, Italy
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- Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia 27100, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital - IRCCS, Rozzano 20089, Milano, Italy
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Kurihara H, Binda C, Cimino MM, Manta R, Manfredi G, Anderloni A. Acute cholecystitis: Which flow-chart for the most appropriate management? Dig Liver Dis 2023; 55:1169-1177. [PMID: 36890051 DOI: 10.1016/j.dld.2023.02.005] [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: 10/01/2022] [Revised: 01/30/2023] [Accepted: 02/06/2023] [Indexed: 03/10/2023]
Abstract
Acute cholecystitis (AC) is a very common disease in clinical practice. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy remains the gold standard treatment for AC, however due to aging population, the increased prevalence of multiple comorbidities and the extensive use of anticoagulants, surgical procedures may be too risky when dealing with patients in emergency settings. In these subsets of patients, a mini-invasive management may be an effective option, both as a definitive treatment or as bridge-to-surgery. In this paper, several non-operative treatments are described and their benefits and drawbacks are highlighted. Percutaneous gallbladder drainage (PT-GBD) is one of the most common and widespread techniques. It is easy to perform and has a good cost/benefit ratio. Endoscopic transpapillary gallbladder drainage (ETGBD) is a challenging procedure that is usually performed in high volume centers by expert endoscopists, and it has a specific indication for selected cases. EUS-guided drainage (EUS-GBD) is still not widely available, but it is an effective procedure that could have several advantages, especially in rate of reinterventions. All these treatment options should be considered together in a stepwise approach and addressed to patients after an accurate case-by-case evaluation in a multidisciplinary discussion. In this review, we provide a possible flowchart in order to optimize treatments, resource and provide to patients a tailored approach.
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- Hayato Kurihara
- Emergency Surgery Unit, IRCCS Fondazione Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
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- Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy Unit, Forlì-Cesena Hospitals, AUSL Romagna, Italy
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- Emergency Surgery Unit, IRCCS Fondazione Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
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- Endoscopic Unit, Santa Maria Misericordia Hospital, Perugia 06122, Italy
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- Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Department, ASST Maggiore Hospital Crema, Italy
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- Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy Unit, Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Policlinico San Matteo, Viale Camillo Golgi 19, Pavia 27100, Italy.
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Fugazza A, Andreozzi M, De Marco A, Da Rio L, Colombo M, Spadaccini M, Carrara S, Giacchetto M, Sharma M, Craviotto V, Busacca A, Ferrari C, Repici A. Endoscopy Ultrasound-Guided Biliary Drainage Using Lumen Apposing Metal Stent in Malignant Biliary Obstruction. Diagnostics (Basel) 2023; 13:2788. [PMID: 37685326 PMCID: PMC10487072 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics13172788] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2023] [Revised: 08/16/2023] [Accepted: 08/24/2023] [Indexed: 09/10/2023] Open
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This narrative review provides an overview of the application of endoscopic ultrasound-guided biliary drainage (EUS-BD), including EUS-guided gallbladder drainage (EUS-GBD), for the treatment of malignant biliary obstruction. EUS-BD has demonstrated excellent technical and clinical success rates, with lower rates of adverse events when compared with percutaneous trans-hepatic biliary drainage (PTBD). EUS-BD is currently the preferred alternative technique for biliary drainage (BD) in patients with distal malignant biliary obstruction (DMBO) after failed endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). Particularly, this review will focus on EUS-BD performed with the use of lumen apposing metal stent (LAMS). The introduction of these innovative devices, followed by the advent of electrocautery-enhanced LAMS (EC-LAMS), gave the procedure a great technical implementation and a widespread application.
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- Alessandro Fugazza
- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital–IRCSS, Via Manzoni 56, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy; (A.F.); (M.A.); (A.D.M.); (L.D.R.); (M.C.); (M.S.); (S.C.); (M.G.); (V.C.); (A.B.)
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital–IRCSS, Via Manzoni 56, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy; (A.F.); (M.A.); (A.D.M.); (L.D.R.); (M.C.); (M.S.); (S.C.); (M.G.); (V.C.); (A.B.)
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital–IRCSS, Via Manzoni 56, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy; (A.F.); (M.A.); (A.D.M.); (L.D.R.); (M.C.); (M.S.); (S.C.); (M.G.); (V.C.); (A.B.)
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital–IRCSS, Via Manzoni 56, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy; (A.F.); (M.A.); (A.D.M.); (L.D.R.); (M.C.); (M.S.); (S.C.); (M.G.); (V.C.); (A.B.)
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital–IRCSS, Via Manzoni 56, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy; (A.F.); (M.A.); (A.D.M.); (L.D.R.); (M.C.); (M.S.); (S.C.); (M.G.); (V.C.); (A.B.)
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital–IRCSS, Via Manzoni 56, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy; (A.F.); (M.A.); (A.D.M.); (L.D.R.); (M.C.); (M.S.); (S.C.); (M.G.); (V.C.); (A.B.)
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital–IRCSS, Via Manzoni 56, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy; (A.F.); (M.A.); (A.D.M.); (L.D.R.); (M.C.); (M.S.); (S.C.); (M.G.); (V.C.); (A.B.)
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital–IRCSS, Via Manzoni 56, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy; (A.F.); (M.A.); (A.D.M.); (L.D.R.); (M.C.); (M.S.); (S.C.); (M.G.); (V.C.); (A.B.)
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- G.M.E.R.S Medical College & Hospital, Gotri, Vadodara 390021, India
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital–IRCSS, Via Manzoni 56, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy; (A.F.); (M.A.); (A.D.M.); (L.D.R.); (M.C.); (M.S.); (S.C.); (M.G.); (V.C.); (A.B.)
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital–IRCSS, Via Manzoni 56, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy; (A.F.); (M.A.); (A.D.M.); (L.D.R.); (M.C.); (M.S.); (S.C.); (M.G.); (V.C.); (A.B.)
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- Division of Anaesthesiology, Humanitas Research Hospital–IRCCS, Via Manzoni 56, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy;
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital–IRCSS, Via Manzoni 56, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy; (A.F.); (M.A.); (A.D.M.); (L.D.R.); (M.C.); (M.S.); (S.C.); (M.G.); (V.C.); (A.B.)
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Via Rita Levi Montalcini 4, Pieve Emanuele, 20090 Milan, Italy
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Medas R, Ferreira-Silva J, Girotra M, Barakat M, Tabibian JH, Rodrigues-Pinto E. Best Practices in Pancreatico-biliary Stenting and EUS-guided Drainage. J Clin Gastroenterol 2023; 57:553-568. [PMID: 36040964 DOI: 10.1097/mcg.0000000000001760] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/10/2022]
Abstract
Indications for endoscopic placement of endoluminal and transluminal stents have greatly expanded over time. Endoscopic stent placement is now a well-established approach for the treatment of benign and malignant biliary and pancreatic diseases (ie, obstructive jaundice, intra-abdominal fluid collections, chronic pancreatitis etc.). Ongoing refinement of technical approaches and development of novel stents is increasing the applicability and success of pancreatico-biliary stenting. In this review, we discuss the important developments in the field of pancreatico-biliary stenting, with a specific focus on endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography and endoscopic ultrasound-associated developments.
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- Renato Medas
- Gastroenterology Department, Centro Hospitalar São João
- Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto, Porto, Portugal
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- Gastroenterology Department, Centro Hospitalar São João
- Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto, Porto, Portugal
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- Digestive Health Institute, Swedish Medical Center, Seattle, WA
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, Olive View-UCLA Medical Center, Sylmar
- UCLA Vatche and Tamar Manoukian Division of Digestive Diseases, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA CA
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- Gastroenterology Department, Centro Hospitalar São João
- Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto, Porto, Portugal
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Endoscopic Ultrasound-Guided Cholecystoenterostomy for Acute Hemorrhagic Cholecystitis Drainage. ACG Case Rep J 2023; 10:e00968. [PMID: 36699185 PMCID: PMC9857378 DOI: 10.14309/crj.0000000000000968] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2022] [Accepted: 12/19/2022] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
Abstract
Hemorrhagic cholecystitis is a rare entity with few cases reported in the literature. We report a case of a 42-year-old man with cirrhosis who presented to the hospital with abdominal pain in the right upper quadrant radiating to the back. Computed tomography scan showed findings consistent with acute cholecystitis. Owing to decompensated cirrhosis, he was not a good candidate for cholecystectomy. Endoscopic ultrasound-guided cholecystoenterostomy was performed that immediately yielded a large amount of old blood with clots along with some bile consistent with acute hemorrhagic cholecystitis. After the drainage, he had an uneventful hospitalization.
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Kurihara H, Bunino FM, Fugazza A, Marrano E, Mauri G, Ceolin M, Lanza E, Colombo M, Facciorusso A, Repici A, Anderloni A. Endosonography-Guided Versus Percutaneous Gallbladder Drainage Versus Cholecystectomy in Fragile Patients with Acute Cholecystitis-A High-Volume Center Study. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2022; 58:medicina58111647. [PMID: 36422184 PMCID: PMC9699066 DOI: 10.3390/medicina58111647] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2022] [Revised: 11/06/2022] [Accepted: 11/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Background and Objectives: Acute cholecystitis is a frequent cause of admission to the emergency department, especially in old and frail patients. Percutaneous drainage (PT-GBD) and endosonographic guided drainage (EUS-GBD) could be an alternative option for relieving symptoms or act as a definitive treatment instead of a laparoscopic or open cholecystectomy (LC, OC). The aim of the present study was to compare different treatment groups. Materials and Methods: This is a five-year monocentric retrospective study including patients ≥65 years old who underwent an urgent operative procedure. A descriptive analysis was conducted comparing all treatment groups. A propensity score was estimated based on the ACS score, incorporated into a predictive model, and tested by recursive partitioning analysis. Results: 163 patients were included: 106 underwent a cholecystectomy (81 laparoscopic (LC) and 25 Open (OC)), 33 a PT-GBD and 21 EUS-GBD. The sample was categorized into three prognostic groups according to the adverse event occurrence rate. All patients treated with EUS-GBD or LC resulted in the low risk group, and the adverse event rate (AE) was 10/96 (10.4%). The AE was 4/28 (14.2%) and 21/36 (58.3%) in the middle- and high-risk groups respectively (p < 0.001). These groups included all the patients who underwent an OC or a PT-GBD. The PT-GBD group had a lower clinical success rate (55.5%) and higher RR (16,6%) when compared with other groups. Conclusions: Surgery still represents the gold standard for AC treatment. Nevertheless, EUS-GBD is a good alternative to PT-GBD in terms of clinical success, RR and AEs in all kinds of patients.
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- Hayato Kurihara
- Emergency Surgery Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca’ Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Emergency Surgery and Trauma Section, Department of Surgery, IRCCS—Humanitas Research Hospital, 20089 Rozzano, Italy
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, 20090 Pieve Emanuele, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Department of Gastroenterology, IRCCS—Humanitas Research Hospital, 20089 Rozzano, Italy
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- General Surgery, Hospital Universitari Parc Taulí, 08208 Sabadell, Spain
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- Emergency Surgery and Trauma Section, Department of Surgery, IRCCS—Humanitas Research Hospital, 20089 Rozzano, Italy
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, 20090 Pieve Emanuele, Italy
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- Emergency Surgery and Trauma Section, Department of Surgery, IRCCS—Humanitas Research Hospital, 20089 Rozzano, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, IRCCS—Humanitas Research Hospital, 20089 Rozzano, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Department of Gastroenterology, IRCCS—Humanitas Research Hospital, 20089 Rozzano, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, Gastroenterology Unit, University of Foggia, 71122 Foggia, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, 20090 Pieve Emanuele, Italy
- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Department of Gastroenterology, IRCCS—Humanitas Research Hospital, 20089 Rozzano, Italy
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- Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, 27100 Pavia, Italy
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Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)-guided cholecystostomy versus percutaneous cholecystostomy (PTC) in the management of acute cholecystitis in patients unfit for surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Surg Endosc 2022; 37:2421-2438. [PMID: 36289089 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-022-09712-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2022] [Accepted: 10/11/2022] [Indexed: 12/07/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND AIM Surgical cholecystectomy is the gold standard strategy for the management of acute cholecystitis (AC). However, some patients are considered unfit for surgery due to certain comorbid conditions. As such, we aimed to compare less invasive treatment strategies such as endoscopic ultrasound-guided gallbladder drainage (EUS-GBD) and percutaneous gallbladder drainage (PT-GBD) for the management of patients with AC who are suboptimal candidates for surgical cholecystectomy. METHODS A comprehensive search of multiple electronic databases was performed to identify all the studies comparing EUS-GBD versus PT-GBD for patients with AC who were unfit for surgery. A subgroup analysis was also performed for comparison of the group undergoing drainage via cautery-enhanced lumen-apposing metal stents (LAMS) versus PT-GBD. The outcomes included technical and clinical success, adverse events (AEs), recurrent cholecystitis, reintervention, and hospital readmission. RESULTS Eleven studies including 1155 patients were included in the statistical analysis. There was no difference between PT-GBD and EUS-GBD in all the evaluated outcomes. On the subgroup analysis, the endoscopic approach with cautery-enhanced LAMS was associated with lower rates of adverse events (RD = - 0.33 (95% CI - 0.52 to - 0.14; p = 0.0006), recurrent cholecystitis (- 0.05 RD (95% CI - 0.09 to - 0.02; p = 0.02), and hospital readmission (- 0.36 RD (95% CI-0.70 to - 0.03; p = 0.03) when compared to PT-GBD. All other outcomes were similar in the subgroup analyses. CONCLUSIONS EUS-GBD using cautery-enhanced LAMS is superior to PT-GBD in terms of safety profile, recurrent cholecystitis, and hospital readmission rates in the management of patients with acute cholecystitis who are suboptimal candidates for cholecystectomy. However, when cautery-enhanced LAMS are not used, the outcomes of EUS-GBD and PT-GBD are similar. Thus, EUS-GBD with cautery-enhanced LAMS should be considered the preferable approach for gallbladder drainage for this challenging population.
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Fugazza A, Khalaf K, Colombo M, Carrara S, Spadaccini M, Koleth G, Troncone E, Maselli R, Repici A, Anderloni A. Role of endoscopic ultrasound in vascular interventions: Where are we now? World J Gastrointest Endosc 2022; 14:354-366. [PMID: 35978714 PMCID: PMC9265255 DOI: 10.4253/wjge.v14.i6.354] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [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: 12/27/2021] [Revised: 03/08/2022] [Accepted: 05/17/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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From a mere diagnostic tool to an imperative treatment modality, endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) has evolved and revolutionized safer efficient options for vascular interventions. Currently it is an alternative treatment option in the management of gastrointestinal bleeding, primarily variceal type bleeding. Conventional treatment option prior to EUS incorporation had limited efficiency and high adverse events. The characterization and detail provided by EUS gives a cutting edge towards a holistically successful management choice. Data indicates that EUS-guided combination therapy of coil embolization and glue injection has the higher efficacy for the treatment of varices. Conversely, similar treatment options that exist for esophageal and other ectopic variceal bleeding was also outlined. In conclusion, many studies refer that a combination therapy of coil and glue injection under EUS guidance provides higher technical success with fewer recurrence and adverse events, making its adaptation in the guideline extremely favorable. Endo-hepatology is a novel disciple with a promising future outlook, we reviewed topics regarding portal vein access, pressure gradient measurement, and thrombus biopsy that are crucial interventions as alternative of radiological procedures. The purpose of this review is to provide an update on the latest available evidence in the literature regarding the role of EUS in vascular interventions. We reviewed the role of EUS in variceal bleeding in recent studies, especially gastric varices and novel approaches aimed at the portal vein.
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- Alessandro Fugazza
- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Department of Gastroenterology, Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano 20089, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele 20090, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Department of Gastroenterology, Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano 20089, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Department of Gastroenterology, Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano 20089, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Department of Gastroenterology, Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano 20089, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Department of Gastroenterology, Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano 20089, Italy
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- Department of Systems Medicine, University of Rome "Tor Vergata", Roma 00133, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Department of Gastroenterology, Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano 20089, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Department of Gastroenterology, Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano 20089, Italy
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele 20090, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Department of Gastroenterology, Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano 20089, Italy
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Fugazza A, Colombo M, Spadaccini M, Vespa E, Gabbiadini R, Capogreco A, Repici A, Anderloni A. Relief of jaundice in malignant biliary obstruction: When should we consider endoscopic ultrasonography-guided hepaticogastrostomy as an option? Hepatobiliary Pancreat Dis Int 2022; 21:234-240. [PMID: 35304087 DOI: 10.1016/j.hbpd.2022.03.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2021] [Accepted: 02/23/2022] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND Since it was first described in 2001, endoscopic ultrasonography-guided biliary drainage (EUS-BD) has emerged as an alternative procedure for achieving an endoscopic internal drainage in case of endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) failure. Biliary drainage can be achieved by either a transduodenal extrahepatic approach through EUS-guided choledochoduodenostomy (EUS-CDS), or a transgastric intrahepatic approach, namely EUS-guided hepaticogastrostomy (EUS-HGS) which already holds a remarkable place in the treatment of patients with malignant biliary obstruction. DATA SOURCES For this review we did a comprehensive search of PubMed/MEDLINE from inception to May 31, 2021 for papers with a significant sample size (at least 20 patients enrolled) dealing with EUS-HGS. Data on technical success, clinical success and rate of adverse events were collected. RESULTS A total of 22 studies with different design, comprising 874 patients, were included. Technical success was achieved in about 96% of cases (ranging from 65% to 100%). Clinical success was obtained in almost 91% of cases (ranging from 76% to 100%). Overall rate of adverse events was 19% (ranging from 0% to 35%). Abdominal pain, self-limiting pneumoperitoneum, bile leak, cholangitis, bleeding, perforation and intraperitoneal migration of the stent were the most common. CONCLUSIONS Despite both safety and efficacy profile, at the moment HGS still remains a challenging procedure at every single step and must therefore be conducted by a very experienced endoscopist in interventional EUS and ERCP procedures, who is able to deal with the possible severe adverse events of this procedure. A rapid introduction in clinical practice of dedicated devices is desiderable.
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- Alessandro Fugazza
- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital - IRCCS, Milan, Italy.
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital - IRCCS, Milan, Italy; Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Milan, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital - IRCCS, Milan, Italy; Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Milan, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital - IRCCS, Milan, Italy; Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Milan, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital - IRCCS, Milan, Italy; Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Milan, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital - IRCCS, Milan, Italy; Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Milan, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital - IRCCS, Milan, Italy; Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Milan, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital - IRCCS, Milan, Italy
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Fugazza A, Fabbri C, Di Mitri R, Petrone MC, Colombo M, Cugia L, Amato A, Forti E, Binda C, Maida M, Sinagra E, Repici A, Tarantino I, Anderloni A, Donato G, de Nucci G, Manno M, Pollino V, Macchiarelli R, Leone N, Badas R, Lovera M, Armellini E, Redaelli A, Mangiavillano B, Brancaccio ML, Attili F, Togliani T, Aragona G, Khalaf K, Conte E. EUS-guided choledochoduodenostomy for malignant distal biliary obstruction after failed ERCP: a retrospective nationwide analysis. Gastrointest Endosc 2022; 95:896-904.e1. [PMID: 34995640 DOI: 10.1016/j.gie.2021.12.032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2021] [Accepted: 12/25/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS EUS-guided choledochoduodenostomy (EUS-CDS) with a lumen-apposing metal stent (LAMS) has been proposed as an alternative procedure in patients with distal malignant biliary obstruction (DMBO) and failed ERCP. METHODS This multicenter, retrospective analysis included all cases of EUS-CDS with LAMS performed in patients with DMBO and failed ERCP in 23 Italian centers from January 2016 to July 2020. Primary endpoints were technical and clinical success. Secondary endpoints were the assessment of the adverse event (AE) rate and variables associated with technical success. RESULTS Two hundred fifty-six patients (44.9% women) with a mean age of 73.9 ± 12.6 years were included in the study. The most common etiology of DMBO was pancreatic adenocarcinoma (75%), followed by ampullary cancer (8.6%) and cholangiocarcinoma (6.6%). The common bile duct median diameter was 17.3 ± 3.9 mm. Technical and clinical success were achieved in 239 of 256 (93.3%), and 230 of 239 (96.2%) patients, respectively. The mean follow-up was 151 ± 162 days. Twenty-seven AEs occurred in 25 of 239 patients (10.5%) (3 mild, 21 moderate, and 3 severe). No fatal AEs occurred. Reinterventions to manage AEs with endoscopic or radiologic procedures occurred in 22 patients (9.2%). CONCLUSIONS The results of our study show that EUS-CDS with LAMSs in patients with DMBO and failed ERCP represent a viable alternative in terms of effectiveness and safety with acceptable AE rates. (Clinical trial registration number: NCT03903523.).
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- Alessandro Fugazza
- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital-IRCCS, Milan, Italy
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- Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy Unit, Forlì-Cesena Hospitals, AUSL Romagna, Forlì-Cesena, Italy
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- Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Unit, ARNAS Civico Hospital, Palermo, Italy
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- Pancreato-Biliary Endoscopy and EUS Division, Pancreas Translational and Clinical Research Center, San Raffaele Scientific Institute IRCCS, Milan, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital-IRCCS, Milan, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy (Department of Emergency), Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Sassari, Sassari, Italy
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Valduce Hospital, Como, Italy
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- Digestive and Interventional Endoscopy Unit, Ospedale Ca'Granda Niguarda, Milan, Italy
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- Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy Unit, Forlì-Cesena Hospitals, AUSL Romagna, Forlì-Cesena, Italy
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- Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Unit, S Elia-Raimondi Hospital, Caltanissetta, Italy
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- Gastroenterology & Endoscopy Unit, Fondazione Istituto G Giglio, Cefalù, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital-IRCCS, Milan, Italy; Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Milan, Italy
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- Endoscopy Service, Department of Diagnostic and Therapeutic Services, IRCCS-ISMETT, Palermo, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital-IRCCS, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Gastroenterology, 'Maggiore della Carità' Hospital, Novara, Italy
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- Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Unit, ASST Rhodense, Garbagnate Milanese (MI)
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- Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy Unit, USL Modena, Italy
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- Digestive Endoscopy Unit, Humanitas Gradenigo, Turin, Italy
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- Digestive Endoscopy Unit, University Hospital, Cagliari, Italy
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- Digestive Endoscopy Unit, Fondazione Poliambulanza Istituto Ospedaliero, Brescia, Italy
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- Digestive Endoscopy Unit, ASST Bergamo Est, Seriate, Bergamo
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Via Rita Levi Montalcini 4, 20090, Pieve Emanuele, Milan, Italy; Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Unit, Humanitas - Mater Domini, Castellanza, Italy
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- Digestive Endoscopy Unit, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Roma, Italy
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- Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Unit, ASST Carlo Poma, Mantua, Italy
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- Gastroenterology and Hepatology Unit, Guglielmo da Saliceto Hospital, Piacenza, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Via Rita Levi Montalcini 4, 20090, Pieve Emanuele, Milan, Italy
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- Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Unit, ARNAS Civico Hospital, Palermo, Italy
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Recent Advances in Biliopancreatic Endoscopy. Medicina (B Aires) 2022; 58:medicina58050593. [PMID: 35630010 PMCID: PMC9147775 DOI: 10.3390/medicina58050593] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2022] [Accepted: 04/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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Chen BQ, Xie F, Chen GD, Li X, Mao X, Jia B. Value of nonenhanced CT combined with laboratory examinations in the diagnosis of acute suppurative cholecystitis treated with percutaneous cholecystostomy: a retrospective study. BMC Gastroenterol 2022; 22:155. [PMID: 35350979 PMCID: PMC8966294 DOI: 10.1186/s12876-022-02224-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2021] [Accepted: 03/17/2022] [Indexed: 12/07/2022] Open
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PURPOSES In this study, we aimed to identify the distribution of presenting laboratory and nonenhanced computed tomography (CT) imaging features within 48 h before percutaneous cholecystostomy (PC) and create a model to appropriately guide the diagnosis of acute suppurative cholecystitis (ASC). METHODS The study population included 204 acute cholecystitis patients who underwent PC. Based on the timing of the last laboratory and CT examinations before PC, the patients were divided into two groups: within 48 h before PC (Group 1, n = 138) and over 48 h before PC (Group 2, n = 63). The clinical features of the ASC patients in the two groups were compared. A multivariable model for the diagnosis of ASC in the patients in Group 1 was developed. RESULTS Thirty-nine patients in Group 1 had ASC (28.3%). Gallbladder stones, common bile duct stones, gallbladder wall thickness > 2.85 mm, and neutrophil granulocytes > 82.55% were confirmed to be independent risk factors for ASC. The receiver operating characteristic curve of the recurrence prediction model verified its accuracy (area under the curve: 0.803). Compared with the ASC patients in Group 2, the ASC patients in Group 1 had a higher proportion of pericholecystic exudation or fluid (P = 0.013) and thicker gallbladder walls (P = 0.033). CONCLUSIONS Using nonenhanced CT imaging features and cutoffs for neutrophil granulocytes, we were able to identify a simple algorithm to discriminate ASC. The degree of local inflammation of the gallbladder in ASC patients progressively increases over time, and these changes can be observed on nonenhanced CT images. However, the symptoms of abdominal pain are of little help in estimating the disease duration in elderly patients.
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- Bai-Qing Chen
- Department of Nuclear Medicine, The People's Hospital of Liaoning Province, 33 Wenyi Road, Shenhe District, Shenyang, 110016, China.,Dalian Medical University, 9 Western Sections, Lvshun South Street, Lvshunkou District, Dalian, 116044, China
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- Department of Nuclear Medicine, The People's Hospital of Liaoning Province, 33 Wenyi Road, Shenhe District, Shenyang, 110016, China.
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- Department of Radiology, Panjin Liaohe Oilfield Gem Flower Hospital, 26 Yingbin Road, Xinglongtai District, Panjin, 124010, China
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- Department of Nuclear Medicine, The People's Hospital of Liaoning Province, 33 Wenyi Road, Shenhe District, Shenyang, 110016, China
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- Department of Nuclear Medicine, The People's Hospital of Liaoning Province, 33 Wenyi Road, Shenhe District, Shenyang, 110016, China
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- Department of Nuclear Medicine, The People's Hospital of Liaoning Province, 33 Wenyi Road, Shenhe District, Shenyang, 110016, China
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Anderloni A, Fugazza A. Acute cholecystitis: Which is the best therapeutic option? Gastrointest Endosc 2022; 95:407-409. [PMID: 35042614 DOI: 10.1016/j.gie.2021.11.010] [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: 11/08/2021] [Accepted: 11/13/2021] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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- Andrea Anderloni
- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital - IRCCS, Milano, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, Humanitas Research Hospital - IRCCS, Milano, Italy
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Fugazza A, Colombo M, Anderloni A. Biliopancreatic Endoscopy: New Solutions to Old Issues. GE-PORTUGUESE JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY 2022; 29:77-79. [PMID: 35497661 PMCID: PMC8995630 DOI: 10.1159/000521630] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2021] [Accepted: 12/07/2021] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Tringali A, Costa D, Fugazza A, Colombo M, Khalaf K, Repici A, Anderloni A. Endoscopic management of difficult common bile duct stones: Where are we now? A comprehensive review. World J Gastroenterol 2021; 27:7597-7611. [PMID: 34908801 PMCID: PMC8641054 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v27.i44.7597] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2021] [Revised: 06/23/2021] [Accepted: 11/18/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Endoscopic management for difficult common bile duct (CBD) stones still presents a challenge for several reasons, including anatomic anomalies, patients’ individual conditions and stone features. In recent years, variable methods have emerged that have attributed to higher stone removal success rates, reduced cost and lower adverse events. In this review, we outline a stepwise approach in CBD stone management. As first line therapy, endoscopic sphincterotomy and large balloon dilation are recommended, due to a 30%-50% reduction of the use of mechanical lithotripsy. On the other hand, cholangioscopy-assisted lithotripsy has been increasingly reported as an effective and safe alternative technique to mechanical lithotripsy but remains to be reserved in special settings due to limited large-scale evidence. As discussed, findings suggest that management needs to be tailored to the patient’s characteristics and anatomical conditions. Furthermore, we evaluate the management of CBD stones in various surgical altered anatomy (Billroth II, Roux-en-Y and Roux-en-Y gastric bypass). Moreover, we could conclude that cholangioscopy-assisted lithotripsy needs to be evaluated for primary use, rather than following a failed management option. In addition, we discuss the importance of dissecting other techniques, such as the primary use of interventional endoscopic ultrasound for the management of CBD stones when other techniques have failed. In conclusion, we recognize that endoscopic sphincterotomy and large balloon dilation, mechanical lithotripsy and intraductal lithotripsy substantiate an indication to the management of difficult CBD stones, but emerging techniques are in rapid evolution with encouraging results.
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- Alberto Tringali
- Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Unit, Department of Medicine, Conegliano Hospital, ULSS 2 Marca Trevigiana, Conegliano 31015, Italy
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- Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Unit, Department of Medicine, Conegliano Hospital, ULSS 2 Marca Trevigiana, Conegliano 31015, Italy
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- Digestive Endoscopy Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, Humanitas Research Hospital IRCCS, Rozzano 20089, Milan, Italy
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- Digestive Endoscopy Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, Humanitas Research Hospital IRCCS, Rozzano 20089, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele 20072, Milan, Italy
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- Digestive Endoscopy Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, Humanitas Research Hospital IRCCS, Rozzano 20089, Milan, Italy
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- Digestive Endoscopy Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, Humanitas Research Hospital IRCCS, Rozzano 20089, Milan, Italy
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Auriemma F, Fugazza A, Colombo M, Spadaccini M, Repici A, Anderloni A. Safety issues in endoscopy ultrasound-guided interventions using lumen apposing metal stents: a review of the literature. Minerva Gastroenterol (Torino) 2021; 68:177-185. [PMID: 33871222 DOI: 10.23736/s2724-5985.21.02862-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Lumen-apposing metal stents (LAMS) are recently introduced devices that allow to create anastomoses. The indications for LAMS placement are increasing and currently these stents can be used in multiple clinical situations such as endoscopic drainage of pancreatic fluid collections (PFCs), endoscopic ultrasound-guided choledocho-duodenostomy (EUS-CDS), endoscopic ultrasound gallbladder drainage (EUS-GBD), endoscopic ultrasound gastrojejunostomy (EUS-GJ). Since their introduction, they have revealed to allow a higher rate of technical and clinical success, and potentially lower risk of adverse events (AEs) compared with previously available devices. Despite ongoing innovation, any advanced intervention carries risks of AEs. These AEs may occur during the deployment or can be delayed because of the consequent effects of the procedure and/or stent itself. This review represents an overview of current indications, technical and clinical results, with an extensive focus on safety issues related to placement and on long-term indwelling related ones.
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- Francesco Auriemma
- Digestive Endoscopy Unit, Humanitas Mater Domini, Castellanza, Varese, Italy
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- Digestive Endoscopy Unit, Division of Gastroenterology, Humanitas Clinical and Research Center - IRCCS, Rozzano, Milan, Italy.,Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, Milan, Italy
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- Digestive Endoscopy Unit, Division of Gastroenterology, Humanitas Clinical and Research Center - IRCCS, Rozzano, Milan, Italy.,Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, Milan, Italy
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- Digestive Endoscopy Unit, Division of Gastroenterology, Humanitas Clinical and Research Center - IRCCS, Rozzano, Milan, Italy.,Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, Milan, Italy
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- Digestive Endoscopy Unit, Division of Gastroenterology, Humanitas Clinical and Research Center - IRCCS, Rozzano, Milan, Italy.,Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, Milan, Italy
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- Digestive Endoscopy Unit, Division of Gastroenterology, Humanitas Clinical and Research Center - IRCCS, Rozzano, Milan, Italy - .,Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, Milan, Italy
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Endoscopic Management of Refractory Benign Esophageal Strictures. Dysphagia 2021; 36:504-516. [PMID: 33710389 DOI: 10.1007/s00455-021-10270-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2020] [Accepted: 02/13/2021] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Benign esophageal strictures are commonly encountered in clinical practice. The principal etiologies of benign esophageal strictures include long term acid reflux, caustic injuries, eosinophilic esophagitis, anastomotic strictures or endoscopic therapy. Dysphagia is most prominently present in esophageal strictures along with a variety of other symptoms which depend on the stricture etiology. Benign esophageal strictures can be categorized into two groups: simple or complex depending on their structure. Most strictures can be treated successfully with endoscopic dilation by bougies or balloons dilators. In some cases, treatment is more challenging, involving a higher risk of the patient developing recurrent or refractory strictures. To improve symptoms in these patients, other endoscopic treatments such as steroid injection, incisional therapy and stent placement should be considered. In this manuscript, we provide a comprehensive review of the main treatment options currently available to manage recurrent benign esophageal strictures.
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Marziali I, Cicconi S, Marilungo F, Benedetti M, Ciano P, Pagano P, D'Emidio F, Guercioni G, Catarci M. Role of percutaneous cholecystostomy in all-comers with acute cholecystitis according to current guidelines in a general surgical unit. Updates Surg 2020; 73:473-480. [PMID: 33058055 DOI: 10.1007/s13304-020-00897-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2020] [Accepted: 10/07/2020] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Acute calculous cholecystitis (ACC) is a very common complication of gallstone-related disease. Its currently recommended management changes according to severity of disease and fitness for surgery. The aim of this observational study is to assess the short- and long-term outcomes in all-comers admitted with diagnosis of ACC, treated according to 2013 Tokyo Guidelines (TG13). A retrospective analysis was conducted on a prospectively maintained database of 125 patients with diagnosis of ACC consecutively admitted between January 2017 and September 2019, subdivided in three groups according to TG13: percutaneous cholecystostomy (PC group), cholecystectomy (CH group), and conservative medical treatment (MT group). The primary end point was a composite of morbidity and/or mortality rates; the secondary end points were ACC recurrence, readmission, need for cholecystectomy rates and overall length of hospital stay (LOS). After a median follow-up of 639 days, overall morbidity rate was 20.8% and mortality rate was 6.4%. Death was directly related to AC during the index admission in two out of eight cases. There were no significant differences in primary end point according to the treatment group. Concerning secondary end points, ACC recurrence rate was not significantly different after PC (10.0%) or MT (9.1%); the readmission rates were significantly higher (p < 0.0001) in the MT group (48.5%) and in the PC group (25.0%) than in the CH group (5.8%); need for cholecystectomy rates was significantly higher (p < 0.0001) in the MT group (42.4%) than in the PC group (20.0%); median overall LOS was significantly higher in the PC (16 days) than in the MT (9 days) and than in the CH group (5 days). PC is an effective and safe rescue procedure in high-risk patients with ACC, representing a definitive treatment in 80% of cases of this specific subgroup.
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Affiliation(s)
- Irene Marziali
- General Surgery, "C. e G. Mazzoni" Hospital, ASUR Marche AV5, Via degli Iris snc, 63100, Ascoli Piceno, Italy
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- General Surgery, "C. e G. Mazzoni" Hospital, ASUR Marche AV5, Via degli Iris snc, 63100, Ascoli Piceno, Italy
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- General Surgery, "C. e G. Mazzoni" Hospital, ASUR Marche AV5, Via degli Iris snc, 63100, Ascoli Piceno, Italy
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- General Surgery, "C. e G. Mazzoni" Hospital, ASUR Marche AV5, Via degli Iris snc, 63100, Ascoli Piceno, Italy
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- General Surgery, "C. e G. Mazzoni" Hospital, ASUR Marche AV5, Via degli Iris snc, 63100, Ascoli Piceno, Italy
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- Interventional Radiology Units, "C. e G. Mazzoni" Hospital, ASUR Marche AV5, Via degli Iris snc, 63100, Ascoli Piceno, Italy
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- Interventional Radiology Units, "C. e G. Mazzoni" Hospital, ASUR Marche AV5, Via degli Iris snc, 63100, Ascoli Piceno, Italy
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- General Surgery, "C. e G. Mazzoni" Hospital, ASUR Marche AV5, Via degli Iris snc, 63100, Ascoli Piceno, Italy
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- General Surgery, "C. e G. Mazzoni" Hospital, ASUR Marche AV5, Via degli Iris snc, 63100, Ascoli Piceno, Italy.
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Kim TH, Park DE, Chon HK. Endoscopic transpapillary gallbladder drainage for the management of acute calculus cholecystitis patients unfit for urgent cholecystectomy. PLoS One 2020; 15:e0240219. [PMID: 33035230 PMCID: PMC7546490 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0240219] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2020] [Accepted: 09/22/2020] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Objectives Endoscopic transpapillary gallbladder drainage (ETGBD) has been proposed as an alternative to surgery or percutaneous cholecystostomy in patients with acute calculus cholecystitis (ACC). We aimed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of ETGBD via endoscopic transpapillary gallbladder stenting (ETGBS) or endoscopic naso-gallbladder drainage (ENGBD) as either a bridging or a definitive treatment option for patients with ACC when a cholecystectomy is delayed or cannot be performed. Methods From July 2014 to December 2018, 171 patients with ACC in whom ETGBD were attempted were retrospectively reviewed. The technical and clinical success rates and adverse events were evaluated. Moreover, the predictive factors for technical success and the stent patency in the ETGBS group with high surgical risk were examined. Results The technical and clinical success rates by intention-to-treat analysis for ETGBD were 90.6% (155/171) and 90.1% (154/171), respectively. Visible cystic duct on cholangiography were significant technical success predictor (adjusted odds ratio: 7.099, 95% confidence interval: 1.983–25.407, P = 0.003) as per logistic regression analysis. Adverse events occurred in 12.2% of patients (21/171: mild pancreatitis, n = 9; acute cholangitis, n = 6; post-endoscopic sphincterotomy bleeding, n = 4; and stent migration, n = 1; ACC recurrence, n = 1), but all patients were treated with conservative management and endoscopic treatment. Among the ETGBS group, the median stent patency in 70 patients with high surgical risk was 503 days (interquartile range: 404.25–775 days). Conclusions ETGBD, using either ETGBS or ENGBD, may be a suitable bridging option for ACC patients unfit for urgent cholecystectomy. In high surgical risk patients, ETGBS may be a promising and useful treatment modality with low ACC recurrence.
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- Tae Hyeon Kim
- Department of Internal Medicine, Wonkwang University College of Medicine and Hospital, Iksan, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Wonkwang University College of Medicine and Hospital, Iksan, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Wonkwang University College of Medicine and Hospital, Iksan, Republic of Korea
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