1
|
Cui Y, Almario JA, Bejjani M, Khashab MA, Irani S. Primary anastomosis closure after endoscopic ultrasound-directed transgastric intervention. Endosc Int Open 2024; 12:E526-E531. [PMID: 38628391 PMCID: PMC11018386 DOI: 10.1055/a-2272-0927] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2023] [Accepted: 02/14/2024] [Indexed: 04/19/2024] Open
Abstract
Background and study aims Endoscopic ultrasound-directed transgastric intervention (EDGI) is a technique that creates an anastomosis between the gastric pouch or jejunum to the excluded stomach in Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) anatomy to allow access to the pancreaticobiliary system. Thus far, management of anastomosis closure at the time of lumen-apposing metal stent (LAMS) removal has varied widely. This study aimed to assess the efficacy of primary closure at the time of LAMS removal using a through-the-scope (TTS) tack-based suture system. Patients and methods This was a two-center retrospective study of RYGB patients who underwent single-stage EDGI using a 20-mm LAMS and subsequent primary anastomosis closure with the X-tack system at the time of stent removal. Patient demographics, procedure details, clinical outcomes, and imaging findings are reported. Results Nineteen patients (median age 63 years, 84% female) underwent single-stage EDGI with a median follow-up of 31.5 months. Adverse events occurred in two patients (11%) who had abdominal pain requiring hospitalization. The median LAMS dwell time was 32 days (range 16-86). All patients (100%) who underwent follow-up studies after LAMS removal had confirmed anastomosis closure (n = 18). Most patients had documented weight loss at the time of LAMS removal and at last follow-up (68%, n = 13). Conclusions Single-stage EDGI is an effective approach to managing RYGB patients with pancreaticobiliary pathology. Thus far, endoscopic TTS tack-based suturing appears to have a high success rate in anastomosis closure after LAMS removal and should be considered as a primary method for preventing chronic fistulae.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- YongYan Cui
- Gastroenterology, Virginia Mason Medical Center, Seattle, United States
| | | | - Michael Bejjani
- Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, United States
| | - Mouen A. Khashab
- Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, United States
| | - Shayan Irani
- Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Virginia Mason Medical Center, Seattle, United States
| |
Collapse
|
2
|
Singla V, Gupta PK, Singh P, Bopanna S, Shawl MR, Soni H, Goel A, Madan K, Garg P, Bhargava R. Novel treatment with double scope technique for disconnected pancreatic duct syndrome with external pancreatic fistula. Endosc Int Open 2024; 12:E593-E597. [PMID: 38654964 PMCID: PMC11039061 DOI: 10.1055/a-2290-0768] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2024] [Accepted: 03/12/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024] Open
Abstract
Background and study aims External pancreatic fistula in association with disconnected pancreatic duct syndrome is a common sequelae of the percutaneous step-up approach for infected pancreatic necrosis and is associated with significant morbidity. The present study aimed to report the initial outcome of a novel technique of two-scope guided tractogastrostomy for management of this condition. Patients and methods The present study was a retrospective analysis of data from patients with external pancreatic fistula and disconnected pancreatic duct syndrome, who underwent two-scope-guided tractogastrostomy. All the patients had a 24F or larger drain placed in the left retroperitoneum. Transgastric echo endoscopy and sinus tract endoscopy were performed simultaneously to place a stent between the gastric lumen and the sinus tract. Technical success was defined as placement of the stent between the tract and the stomach. Clinical success was defined as successful removal of the percutaneous drain without the occurrence of pancreatic fluid collection, ascites, external fistula, or another intervention 12 weeks after the procedure. Results Three patients underwent two scope-guided tractogastrostomy. Technical and clinical success were achieved in all the patients. No procedure-related side effects or recurrence occurred in any of the patients. Conclusions Two-scope-guided tractogastrostomy for treatment of external pancreatic fistula due to disconnected pancreatic duct syndrome is a feasible technique and can be further evaluated.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Vikas Singla
- Institute of Liver and Gastrointestinal Sciences, Max Super Speciality Hospital Saket, New Delhi, India
| | - Pankaj Kumar Gupta
- Gastroeneterology, Max Super Speciality Hospital Saket, New Delhi, India
| | - Pankaj Singh
- Institute of Liver and Gastrointestinal Sciences, Max Super Speciality Hospital Saket, New Delhi, India
| | - Sawan Bopanna
- Institute of Liver and Gastrointestinal Sciences, Max Super Speciality Hospital Saket, New Delhi, India
| | - Muzaffer Rashid Shawl
- Institute of Liver and Gastrointestinal Sciences, Max Super Speciality Hospital Saket, New Delhi, India
| | - Harish Soni
- Institute of Liver and Gastrointestinal Sciences, Max Super Speciality Hospital Saket, New Delhi, India
| | - Akash Goel
- Institute of Liver and Gastrointestinal Sciences, Max Super Speciality Hospital Saket, New Delhi, India
| | - Kaushal Madan
- Institute of Liver and Gastrointestinal Sciences, Max Super Speciality Hospital Saket, New Delhi, India
| | - Pallavi Garg
- Institute of Liver and Gastrointestinal Sciences, Max Super Speciality Hospital Saket, New Delhi, India
| | - Richa Bhargava
- Institute of Liver and Gastrointestinal Sciences, Max Super Speciality Hospital Saket, New Delhi, India
| |
Collapse
|
3
|
Caillol F, Godat S, Solovyev A, Harouchi A, Oumrani S, Marx M, Hoibian S, Dahel Y, Ratone JP, Giovannini M. EUS-BD for calibration of benign stenosis of the bile duct in patients with altered anatomy or inaccessible papilla. Endosc Int Open 2024; 12:E377-E384. [PMID: 38464978 PMCID: PMC10919993 DOI: 10.1055/a-2261-2968] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2023] [Accepted: 02/01/2024] [Indexed: 03/12/2024] Open
Abstract
Background and study aims In cases of inaccessible papilla, EUS-guided biliary drainage (EUS-BD) has been described as an alternative to calibrate benign biliary stenosis. However, few studies are available. Patients and methods This tw-center, retrospective study was designed to evaluate technical success and clinical success at 1 year. All patients who underswent EUS-BD without the rendezvous technique used for calibration of benign biliary stenosis were included from 2016 to 2022. Patients underwent EUS-hepaticogastrostomy (EUS-HGS) during the first session. Then, HGS was used to access the bile duct, allowing calibration of the stenosis: Dilation of the biliary stenosis and placement of double pigtail stents through the stenosis for 1 year. Results Thirty-six patients were included. Technical success was 89% (32/36), with four failures to cross the stenosis but EUS-HGS was performed in 100% of the cases. Nine patients were excluded during calibration because of oncological relapse in six and complex stenosis in three. Three patients had not yet reached 1 year of follow-up. Twenty patients had a calibration for at least 1 year. Clinical success after stent placement was considered in all cases after 1 year of follow-up. Thirteen patients underwent stent removal and no relapse occurred after 435 days of follow-up (SD=568). Global morbidity was 41.7% (15/36) with only one serious complication (needing intensive care), including seven cases of cholangitis due to intrabiliary duct obstruction and five stent migrations. No deaths were reported. Conclusions EUS-BD for calibration in case of benign biliary stenosis is an option. Dedicated materials are needed to decrease morbidity.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Fabrice Caillol
- Endoscopy Unit, Paoli-Calmettes Institute, Marseille, France
| | - Sébastien Godat
- gastroentérologie, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Vaudois, Lausanne, Switzerland
| | - Alexey Solovyev
- Statistics Unit, Paoli-Calmettes Institute, Marseille, France
| | - Amina Harouchi
- Endoscopy Unit, Paoli-Calmettes Institute, Marseille, France
| | - Sarra Oumrani
- Gastroenterology and Hepatology, CHUV, Lausanne, Switzerland
| | - Mariola Marx
- Endoscopy Unit, Paoli-Calmettes Institute, Marseille, France
| | - Solene Hoibian
- Endoscopy Unit, Paoli-Calmettes Institute, Marseille, France
| | - Yanis Dahel
- Endoscopy Unit, Paoli-Calmettes Institute, Marseille, France
| | | | | |
Collapse
|
4
|
Sakamoto J, Ogura T, Ueno S, Okuda A, Nishioka N, Hakoda A, Uba Y, Tomita M, Hattori N, Nakamura J, Bessho K, Nishikawa H. Evaluation of exclusive internal endoscopic drainage for complex biloma with transluminal and transpapillary stenting. Endosc Int Open 2024; 12:E262-E268. [PMID: 38420156 PMCID: PMC10901647 DOI: 10.1055/a-2261-3137] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2023] [Accepted: 02/01/2024] [Indexed: 03/02/2024] Open
Abstract
Background and study aims Biloma is treated endoscopically with endoscopic retrograde cholangiography (ERCP) or endoscopi ultrasound-guided transluminal biloma drainage (EUS-TBD). However, almost all previous studies have used both internal and external drainage. External drainage has the disadvantages of poor cosmetic appearance and self-tube removal. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the internal endoscopic drainage for complex biloma after hepatobiliary surgery with an ERCP- or EUS-guided approach, without external drainage. Patients and methods This retrospective study included consecutive patients who had bilomas. A 7F plastic stent was deployed from the biloma to the duodenum in the ERCP group and the metal stent was deployed from the biloma to the stomach in the EUS-TBD group. Results Forty-seven patients were enrolled. The technical success rate was similar between the groups (ERCP 94% vs EUS-TBD 100%, P =0.371); however, mean procedure time was significantly shorter in the EUS-TBD group (16.9 minutes) than in the ERCP group (26.6 minutes) ( P =0.009). The clinical success rate was 87% (25 of 32 patients) in the ERCP group and 84% (11 of 13 patients) in the EUS-TBD group ( P =0.482). The duration of median hospital stay was significantly shorter in the EUS-TBD group (22 days) than in the ERCP group (46 days) ( P =0.038). There was no significant difference in procedure-associated adverse events between the groups. Conclusions In conclusion, ERCP and EUS-TBD are complementary techniques, each with its own merits in specific clinical scenarios. If both techniques can be performed, EUS-TBD should be considered because of the short times for the procedure, hospital stay. and biloma resolution.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Jun Sakamoto
- 2nd Department of Internal Medicine, Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University, Takatsuki-shi, Japan
| | - Takeshi Ogura
- 2nd Department of Internal Medicine, Osaka Medical College, Takatsuki-shi, Japan
| | - Saori Ueno
- 2nd Department of Internal Medicine, Osaka Medical College, Takatsuki-shi, Japan
| | - Atsushi Okuda
- 2nd Department of Internal Medicine, Osaka Medical College, Takatsuki-shi, Japan
| | - Nobu Nishioka
- 2nd Department of Internal Medicine, Osaka Medical College, Takatsuki-shi, Japan
| | - Akitoshi Hakoda
- 2nd Department of Internal Medicine, Osaka Medical College, Takatsuki-shi, Japan
| | - Yuki Uba
- 2nd Department of Internal Medicine, Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University, Takatsuki-shi, Japan
| | - Mitsuki Tomita
- 2nd Department of Internal Medicine, Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University, Takatsuki-shi, Japan
| | - Nobuhiro Hattori
- 2nd Department of Internal Medicine, Osaka Medical College, Takatsuki-shi, Japan
| | - Junichi Nakamura
- 2nd Department of Internal Medicine, Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University, Takatsuki-shi, Japan
| | - Kimi Bessho
- 2nd Department of Internal Medicine, Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University, Takatsuki-shi, Japan
| | - Hiroki Nishikawa
- 2nd Department of Internal Medicine, Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University, Takatsuki-shi, Japan
| |
Collapse
|
5
|
Willems P, Esmail E, Paquin S, Sahai A. Safety and efficacy of early versus late removal of LAMS for pancreatic fluid collections. Endosc Int Open 2024; 12:E317-E323. [PMID: 38420155 PMCID: PMC10901640 DOI: 10.1055/a-2226-0840] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/17/2023] [Accepted: 12/07/2023] [Indexed: 03/02/2024] Open
Abstract
Background and study aims Optimal timing for removal of lumen-apposing metal stents (LAMS) for effective drainage of pancreatic fluid collections (PFC) while minimizing adverse events (AE) is unknown. Outcomes of early (≤ 4 weeks) or delayed (> 4 weeks) LAMS removal on both clinical efficacy and the incidence of AE were assessed. Patients and methods This was a retrospective analysis of a prospectively maintained registry of PFC drainage between November 2016 and September 2021. Clinical success was defined as a 75% decrease in fluid collection volume with no need for reintervention at 6 months. AE were defined using the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy lexicon. Multiple logistic regression analysis was performed to determine variables associated with clinical success and AE. Results A total of 108 consecutive PFCs were included. LAMS deployment was technically successful in 103 of 108 cases (95.4%). Failure was associated with collection diameter ≤ 4 cm (odds ratio [OR] 24.0, P = 0.005) and presence of more than 50% necrotic material (OR 20.1, P = 0.01). Stents were left in place for a median of 48 days. Patients with early stent removal (< 4 weeks) had clinical success in 70.0% of cases, which was significantly less than in the group with delayed stent removal (96.4%, P = 0.03). On multiple regression analysis, clinical failure was associated with early stent removal (OR 25.5, P = 0.003). AEs occurred in 8.7% of cases (9/103). There were no predictors of AE. Notably, delayed stent removal did not predict the occurrence of AE. Conclusions Early LAMS removal (< 4 weeks) did not prevent AEs but did lead to increased clinical failure.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Philippe Willems
- Gastroenterology, University of Montreal Hospital Centre, Montréal, Canada
- Gastroenterology, CRCHUM, Montreal, Canada
| | - Eslam Esmail
- Gastroenterology, CRCHUM, Montreal, Canada
- Tropical medicine, Tanta University Faculty of Medicine, Tanta, Egypt
| | - Sarto Paquin
- Gastroenterology, University of Montreal Hospital Centre, Montréal, Canada
- Gastroenterology, CRCHUM, Montreal, Canada
| | - Anand Sahai
- Gastroenterology, University of Montreal Hospital Centre, Montréal, Canada
- Gastroenterology, CRCHUM, Montreal, Canada
| |
Collapse
|
6
|
Vanella G, Dell'Anna G, Cosenza A, Pedica F, Petrone MC, Mariani A, Archibugi L, Rossi G, Tacelli M, Zaccari P, Leone R, Tamburrino D, Belfiori G, Falconi M, Aldrighetti L, Reni M, Casadei Gardini A, Doglioni C, Capurso G, Arcidiacono PG. Same-session endoscopic diagnosis and symptom palliation in pancreato-biliary malignancies: Clinical impact of rapid on-site evaluation (ROSE). Endosc Int Open 2024; 12:E297-E306. [PMID: 38420151 PMCID: PMC10901646 DOI: 10.1055/a-2251-3551] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2023] [Accepted: 01/15/2024] [Indexed: 03/02/2024] Open
Abstract
Background and study aims Besides increasing adequacy, rapid on-site evaluation (ROSE) during endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) or endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) may impact choices and timing of subsequent therapeutic procedures, yet has been unexplored. Patients and methods This was a retrospective evaluation of a prospectively maintained database of a tertiary, academic centre with availability of ROSE and hybrid EUS-ERCP suites. All consecutive patients referred for pathological confirmation of suspected malignancy and jaundice or gastric outlet obstruction (GOO) between Jan-2020 and Sep-2022 were included. Results Of 541 patients with underlying malignancy, 323 (59.7%) required same-session pathological diagnosis (male: 54.8%; age 70 [interquartile range 63-78]; pancreatic cancer: 76.8%, biliary tract adenocarcinoma 16.1%). ROSE adequacy was 96.6%, higher for EUS versus ERCP. Among 302 patients with jaundice, ERCP-guided stenting was successful in 83.1%, but final drainage was completed in 97.4% thanks to 43 EUS-guided biliary drainage procedures. Twenty-one patients with GOO were treated with 15 EUS-gastroenterostomies and six duodenal stents. All 58 therapeutic EUS procedures occurred after adequate ROSE. With ERCP-guided placement of stents, the use of plastic stents was significantly higher among patients with inadequate ROSE (10/11; 90.9%) versus adequate sampling (14/240; 5.8%) P <0.0001; OR 161; 95%CI 19-1352). Median hospital stay for diagnosis and palliation was 3 days (range, 2-7) and median time to chemotherapy was 33 days (range, 24-47). Conclusions Nearly two-thirds of oncological candidates for endoscopic palliation require contemporary pathological diagnosis. ROSE adequacy allows, since the index procedure, state-of-the-art therapeutics standardly restricted to pathologically confirmed malignancies (e.g. uncovered SEMS or therapeutic EUS), potentially reducing hospitalization and time to oncological treatments.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Giuseppe Vanella
- Pancreatobiliary Endoscopy and Endosonography Division, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
| | - Giuseppe Dell'Anna
- Pancreatobiliary Endoscopy and Endosonography Division, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
| | | | - Federica Pedica
- Pathology Unit, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
| | - Maria Chiara Petrone
- Pancreatobiliary Endoscopy and Endosonography Division, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
| | - Alberto Mariani
- Pancreatobiliary Endoscopy and Endosonography Division, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
| | - Livia Archibugi
- Pancreatobiliary Endoscopy and Endosonography Division, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
| | - Gemma Rossi
- Pancreatobiliary Endoscopy and Endosonography Division, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
| | - Matteo Tacelli
- Pancreatobiliary Endoscopy and Endosonography Division, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
| | - Piera Zaccari
- Pancreatobiliary Endoscopy and Endosonography Division, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
| | - Roberto Leone
- MD Program, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, Milano, Italy
| | - Domenico Tamburrino
- Pancreatic Surgery Unit, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
| | - Giulio Belfiori
- Pancreatic Surgery Unit, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
| | - Massimo Falconi
- Pancreatic Surgery Unit, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
- Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, Milano, Italy
| | - Luca Aldrighetti
- Hepatobiliary Surgery Division, IRCCS Ospedale San Raffaele, Milano, Italy
- Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, Milano, Italy
| | - Michele Reni
- Oncology Department, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
- Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, Milano, Italy
| | - Andrea Casadei Gardini
- Oncology Department, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
- Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, Milano, Italy
| | - Claudio Doglioni
- Pathology Unit, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
- Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, Milano, Italy
| | - Gabriele Capurso
- Pancreatobiliary Endoscopy and Endosonography Division, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
- Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, Milano, Italy
| | - Paolo Giorgio Arcidiacono
- Pancreatobiliary Endoscopy and Endosonography Division, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
- Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, Milano, Italy
| |
Collapse
|
7
|
Dalal A, Kamat N, Patil G, Vadgaonkar A, Parekh S, Vora S, Maydeo A. Comparison of diagnostic outcomes, safety, and cost of Franseen-tip 19G versus 22G needles for endoscopic ultrasound-guided liver biopsies. Endosc Int Open 2024; 12:E291-E296. [PMID: 38420158 PMCID: PMC10901641 DOI: 10.1055/a-2226-1337] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2023] [Accepted: 12/01/2023] [Indexed: 03/02/2024] Open
Abstract
Background and study aims Favorable outcomes were noted with refinement in newer endoscopic ultrasound-guided liver biopsy (EUS-LB) needle tips. Still, the overall usefulness and benefit are yet to be well explored. Patients and methods This was a retrospective analysis of patients with EUS-LB (Franseen-tip 19G versus 22G FNB needle) over 2 years. EUS-LB was obtained in a one-pass, two-actuation, modified wet suction technique. Diagnostic yield, fragmentation rate, aggregate specimen length (AL), number of complete portal tracts (CPT), length of longest intact core (LIC), adverse events (AEs) (early), and cost of the procedure (1USD = 82 INR) were compared. Results Fifty-four patients (33 [61.1%], female) successfully underwent EUS-LB with a median age of 46 years (interquartile range [IQR] 34-54); the majority 32 (59.2%) underwent 19G biopsies. There was a significantly increased median (IQR) AL in the 19G compared with 22G (20 mm [19-21] vs. 15 [14-15], P < 0.001), respectively. Similarly, significantly lengthier median LIC and CPT were seen, respectively. A nonsignificant diagnostic yield was noted (100% vs. 90.9%, P = 0.082), respectively. The fragmentation rate was higher in 22G FNB needles (36.4% [95% CI 16-56] vs. 12.5% [95% CI 1-24], respectively; P = 0.038). Seven patients (12.9%) had mild AEs with no difference between groups. The average procedure cost with 19G was INR 63000 (768$), and with 22G needle was INR 54500 (664$). Conclusions The Franseen-tip 19G outperforms 22G with a significantly lower fragmentation rate, longer AL, LIC, and a higher number of CPT with a marginal increase in the procedure cost, without any difference in diagnostic yield and safety.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Ankit Dalal
- Institute of Gastrosciences, Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai, India
| | - Nagesh Kamat
- Institute of Gastrosciences, Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai, India
| | - Gaurav Patil
- Institute of Gastrosciences, Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai, India
| | - Amol Vadgaonkar
- Institute of Gastrosciences, Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai, India
| | - Sanil Parekh
- Institute of Gastrosciences, Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai, India
| | - Sehajad Vora
- Institute of Gastrosciences, Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai, India
| | - Amit Maydeo
- Institute of Gastrosciences, Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai, India
| |
Collapse
|
8
|
Iwashita T, Sato T, Hamada T, Saito T, Iwata K, Shiomi H, Takenaka M, Maruta A, Uemura S, Masuda A, Matsubara S, Mukai T, Isayama H, Yasuda I, Nakai Y. Risk of recurrence with or without plastic stent after EUS-guided treatment of peripancreatic fluid collections: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Endosc Int Open 2024; 12:E188-E198. [PMID: 38348330 PMCID: PMC10861320 DOI: 10.1055/a-2226-1237] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2023] [Accepted: 12/06/2023] [Indexed: 02/15/2024] Open
Abstract
Background and study aims Recent advances in endoscopic transmural treatment have improved the clinical outcomes of patients with pancreatic fluid collections (PFCs). However, there is still a debate about the preventive effect of long-term placement of a transmural plastic stent (PS) on recurrence after successful endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)-guided treatment of PFCs. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to evaluate PFC recurrence rates with and without a transmural PS after EUS-guided treatment. Patients and methods A systematic literature search of PubMed, Embase, and the Cochrane database was conducted to identify clinical studies comparing outcomes with and without transmural PS published until September 2022. Data on PFC recurrence and adverse events (AEs) were pooled using a random-effects model. Results Nine studies including 380 patients with long-term transmural PS and 289 patients without PS were identified. The rate of PFC recurrence was significantly lower in patients with transmural PS (pooled odds ratio [OR] = 0.23, 95% confidence interval [CI] [0.08-0.65], P = 0.005). In a subgroup analysis limited to studies focusing on patients with disconnected pancreatic duct syndrome, which has been reported to be a risk factor for PFC recurrence, the OR was numerically lower than that for the entire cohort (OR = 0.14, 95% CI [0.04-0.46]). The rate of AEs was significantly higher with long-term transmural PS (OR = 14.77, 95% CI [4.21-51.83]). Conclusions In this meta-analysis, long-term PS placement reduced the risk of PFC recurrence. Given the potential AEs of indwelling PS, further research is required to evaluate the overall benefits of long-term PS placement.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Takuji Iwashita
- First Department of Internal Medicine, Gifu University Hospital, Gifu, Japan
| | - Tatsuya Sato
- Department of Gastroenterology, The University of Tokyo Graduate School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
| | - Tsuyoshi Hamada
- Department of Gastroenterology, The University of Tokyo Graduate School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
- Department of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Medicine, Cancer Institute Hospital, Japanese Foundation for Cancer Research, Tokyo, Japan
| | - Tomotaka Saito
- Department of Gastroenterology, The University of Tokyo Graduate School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
| | - Keisuke Iwata
- Department of Gastroenterology, Gifu Municipal Hospital, Gifu, Japan
| | - Hideyuki Shiomi
- Division of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Diseases, Department of Gastroenterology, Hyogo Medical University, Hyogo, Japan
| | - Mamoru Takenaka
- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Kindai University Faculty of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
| | - Akinori Maruta
- Department of Gastroenterology, Gifu Prefectural General Medical Center, Gifu, Japan
| | - Shinya Uemura
- First Department of Internal Medicine, Gifu University Hospital, Gifu, Japan
| | - Atsuhiro Masuda
- Department of Gastroenterology, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Hyogo, Japan
| | - Saburo Matsubara
- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Saitama Medical Center, Saitama Medical University, Saitama, Japan
| | - Tsuyoshi Mukai
- Department of Gastroenterological Endoscopy, Kanazawa Medical University, Ishikawa, Japan
| | - Hiroyuki Isayama
- Department of Gastroenterology, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
| | - Ichiro Yasuda
- Third Department of Internal Medicine, University of Toyama, Toyama, Japan
| | - Yousuke Nakai
- Department of Gastroenterology, The University of Tokyo Graduate School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
- Department of Endoscopy and Endoscopic Surgery, The University of Tokyo Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
| |
Collapse
|
9
|
Kanadani T, Ogura T, Ueno S, Okuda A, Nishioka N, Nakamura J, Yamada M, Uba Y, Tomita M, Hattori N, Sakamoto J, Nishikawa H. Transluminal antegrade drill dilation technique for hepaticojejunostomy stricture with cholangioscopic evaluation (with video). Endosc Int Open 2024; 12:E181-E187. [PMID: 38348332 PMCID: PMC10861321 DOI: 10.1055/a-2218-1538] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2023] [Accepted: 09/14/2023] [Indexed: 02/15/2024] Open
Abstract
Background and study aims Balloon dilation and plastic stent deployment have been performed as hepaticojejunostomy stricture (HJS) treatment techniques under endoscopic ultrasound guidance (EUS). Although these techniques have shown favorable clinical results, the treatment period can be long because stent deployment is required. In addition, HJS may recur even after treatment because the scar tissue itself remains. To overcome these challenges, we developed an EUS-guided antegrade drill dilation technique for treating HJS. The aim of this study was to evaluate the technical feasibility and safety of this technique in terms of the pre- and post-cholangioscopic findings. Patients and methods This retrospective study included consecutive patients whose conditions were complicated with symptomatic HJS between November 2022 and February 2023. Transluminal antegrade drill dilation (TAD) using a novel drill dilator was attempted within 14 days after EUS-guided hepaticogastrostomy (HGS). HJS was diagnosed with cholangioscopy before TAD, and resolution was evaluated after TAD using cholangioscopy. Results TAD was attempted at approximately 11 days after EUS-HGS. The cholangioscope was inserted successfully in all patients after this procedure. Cholangioscopy revealed stricture without evidence of malignancy in 19 patients. In the remaining three patients, stricture was not observed and these patients underwent stent exchange rather than TAD. Among the 19 patients, passage of the guidewire across the HJS into the intestine was unsuccessful in four patients, and the technical success rate for this procedure was 78.9%. TAD was successful in all 15 patients in whom passage of the guidewire was achieved. Conclusions In conclusion, TAD appears to be technically feasible and safe.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Takafumi Kanadani
- 2nd Department of Internal Medicine, Osaka Medical College, Takatsuki-shi, Japan
| | - Takeshi Ogura
- 2nd Department of Internal Medicine, Osaka Medical College, Takatsuki-shi, Japan
| | - Saori Ueno
- 2nd Department of Internal Medicine, Osaka Medical College, Takatsuki-shi, Japan
| | - Atsushi Okuda
- 2nd Department of Internal Medicine, Osaka Medical College, Takatsuki-shi, Japan
| | - Nobu Nishioka
- 2nd Department of Internal Medicine, Osaka Medical College, Takatsuki-shi, Japan
| | - Junichi Nakamura
- 2nd Department of Internal Medicine, Osaka Medical College, Takatsuki-shi, Japan
| | - Masanori Yamada
- Endoscopic Center, Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University, Takatsuki, Japan
| | - Yuki Uba
- 2nd Department of Internal Medicine, Osaka Medical College, Takatsuki-shi, Japan
| | - Mitsuki Tomita
- 2nd Department of Internal Medicine, Osaka Medical College, Takatsuki-shi, Japan
| | - Nobuhiro Hattori
- 2nd Department of Internal Medicine, Osaka Medical College, Takatsuki-shi, Japan
| | - Jun Sakamoto
- 2nd Department of Internal Medicine, Osaka Medical College, Takatsuki-shi, Japan
| | - Hiroki Nishikawa
- 2nd Department of Internal Medicine, Osaka Medical College, Takatsuki-shi, Japan
| |
Collapse
|
10
|
Koutlas NJ, Pawa S, Russell G, Ferris T, Ponnatapura J, Pawa R. EUS-guided hepaticogastrostomy versus percutaneous transhepatic biliary drainage after failed ERCP: A propensity score-matched analysis. Endosc Int Open 2024; 12:E108-E115. [PMID: 38250165 PMCID: PMC10798845 DOI: 10.1055/a-2220-2740] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2023] [Accepted: 11/16/2023] [Indexed: 01/23/2024] Open
Abstract
Background and study aims Percutaneous transhepatic biliary drainage (PTBD) is the traditional second-line option after unsuccessful endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). Endoscopic ultrasound-guided hepaticogastrostomy (EUS-HG) is a viable alternative to PTBD. Our study aimed to compare outcomes of EUS-HG and PTBD for benign and malignant biliary diseases following failed ERCP. Patients and methods This single-center study retrospectively analyzed patients undergoing EUS-HG and PTBD for benign and malignant biliary disorders. A propensity score-matched analysis was performed using age, sex, and Charlson Comorbidity Index. The primary outcome was clinical success, which we defined as a decrease in total bilirubin by ≥ 50% at 2 weeks for malignant disease and resolution of the biliary disorder for benign disease. Results In total, 41 patients underwent EUS-HG and 138 patients underwent PTBD. After propensity score matching in a 1:2 ratio, 32 EUS-HG patients were matched with 64 PTBD. Technical success was achieved in 29 of 32 (91%) for EUS-HG and 63 of 64 (98%) for PTBD ( P =0.11). Clinical success was 100% for EUS-HG and 75% for PTBD ( P =0.0021). EUS-HG was associated with a lower adverse event rate (EUS-HG 13% vs. PTBD 58%, P <0.0001), shorter procedure duration (median 60 vs. 115 minutes, P <0.0001), shorter post-procedure length of stay (median 2 vs. 4 days, P <0.0001), and fewer reinterventions (median 1 vs. 3, P <0.0001). Conclusions Our results suggest that EUS-HG is superior to PTBD in the treatment of benign and malignant biliary disorders after failed ERCP.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Nicholas J Koutlas
- Gastroenterology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, United States
| | - Swati Pawa
- Gastroenterology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, United States
| | - Greg Russell
- Biostatistics, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, United States
| | - Taylor Ferris
- Department of Medicine, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, United States
| | | | - Rishi Pawa
- Gastroenterology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, United States
| |
Collapse
|
11
|
Emmanuel J, Hsin DCC, Bt Wan Abdullah WZA, See LT. EUS-guided laser lithotripsy for pancreatic duct stones after failed conventional pancreatic endotherapy. Endosc Int Open 2024; 12:E135-E138. [PMID: 38304353 PMCID: PMC10834106 DOI: 10.1055/a-2187-7263] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2023] [Accepted: 09/22/2023] [Indexed: 02/03/2024] Open
Abstract
The central dogma of pain in patients with chronic pancreatitis revolves around the pathophysiology of ductal hypertension owing to stones that obstruct the pancreatic duct. Conventional modalities available to decompress the pancreatic duct are occasionally limited by failed selective pancreatic duct cannulation during endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography. We describe a novel endoscopic approach of EUS-guided laser lithotripsy to assist in pancreatic duct (PD) stone fragmentation in two symptomatic patients with underlying chronic pancreatitis who had failed PD cannulation and extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL). In both cases, a 365-micrometer LightTrail TracTip Holmium laser fiber was advanced within a 19G endoscopic ultrasound aspiration needle (Expect Slimline (SL), Boston Scientific, Marlborough, Massachusetts, United States) under endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) guidance to fragment the PD stones. There were no procedure-related complications encountered and follow-up after 1 month of the procedure revealed significant reduction in abdominal pain scores. To the best of our knowledge, these are the first reported cases of EUS-guided laser lithotripsy performed for PD stones. Our approach of performing laser lithotripsy under EUS guidance obviates the need for an ESWL procedure; however, it is technically more challenging and requires precision to avoid injury to the pancreas. Further prospective studies are required to evaluate the safety and efficacy of this novel approach and its applicability as either a rescue procedure or in tandem with conventional pancreatic endotherapy modalities.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- James Emmanuel
- Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
| | | | | | - Lee Tiong See
- Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Hospital Selayang, Batu Caves, Malaysia
| |
Collapse
|
12
|
Nakaji S, Takahashi H, Yoshioka W, Shiratori T, Yoshimura S, Kawamitsu N, Tomonari A. Risk factors of early adverse events associated with endoscopic ultrasound-guided hepaticogastrostomy using self-expandable metal stent. Endosc Int Open 2024; 12:E164-E175. [PMID: 38292592 PMCID: PMC10827478 DOI: 10.1055/a-2240-1100] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2023] [Accepted: 01/04/2024] [Indexed: 02/01/2024] Open
Abstract
Background and study aims This retrospective study aimed to investigate risk factors for early adverse events (AEs) associated with endoscopic ultrasonography-guided hepaticogastrostomy (EUS-HGS) using self-expandable metal stents (SEMS). Patients and methods The clinical success rate, technical success rate, and early AEs were assessed at two hospitals from 2010 to 2022. The analysis focused on risk factors associated with cholangitis, peritonitis, and SEMS migration. Results Technical success was achieved in all cases (94/94), and clinical success was 96.8% (91/94). Post-procedural acute cholangitis occurred in 12.8%of cases (12/94). However, no statistically significant risk factors were identified for cholangitis or biliary tract infection. Peritonitis occurred in only 2.1% of cases (2/94). Univariate analysis, using a 1.5 cm cut-off for the distance between the liver and gastrointestinal tract, revealed significant risk factors: braided-type SEMS, bile duct diameter (especially >4 mm), 6 mm diameter SEMS, and tract dilation ( P= 0.001, P= 0.020, P =0.023, and P =0.046, respectively). Adjusting the cut-offs to 2 cm underscored braided-type SEMS and tract dilation as risk factors ( P =0.002 and P =0.046, respectively). With 2.5-cm cut-offs, only braided-type SEMS remained significant ( P =0.018). Mortality within 14 and 30 days following EUS-HGS was 5.3% (5/94) and 16.0% (15/94), respectively. Conclusions EUS-HGS using SEMS demonstrated high technical and clinical success rates. Laser-cut SEMS may be superior in preventing early AEs.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- So Nakaji
- Gastroenterology, Kameda Medical Center, Kamogawa, Japan
- Department of Metabolism and Endocrinology, Saga Medical School Faculty of Medicine, Saga University, Saga, Japan
| | - Hirokazu Takahashi
- Department of Metabolism and Endocrinology, Saga Medical School Faculty of Medicine, Saga University, Saga, Japan
| | | | | | | | | | - Akiko Tomonari
- Department of Gastroenterology, ParkwayHealth China, Shanghai, China
| |
Collapse
|
13
|
Castro JSLD, Taglieri E, Neto OM, Guerra JG, Venco FE, Andrade E, Seraphim AM, Romanini SG, Torres IT, Serrano JPR, Goldman SM, Kemp R, dos Santos JS, Ardengh JC. Clinical usefulness of tissue acquisition of pancreatic cystic lesions using an endoscopic ultrasound-guided needle for histological analysis. Endosc Int Open 2024; 12:E155-E163. [PMID: 38292591 PMCID: PMC10827479 DOI: 10.1055/a-2240-0678] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2023] [Accepted: 01/04/2024] [Indexed: 02/01/2024] Open
Abstract
Background and study aims There are rare data on the usefulness of endosonography-guided tissue acquisition (EUS-TA) in patients with pancreatic cystic lesions (PCLs). This study aimed to determine the accuracy of EUS-TA with ProCore 20G (PC20) for differentiating between mucinous neoplasia (MN) and non-MNs (n-MN) and identifying malignant PCLs, as well as its adverse events (AEs) in patients with PCLs without a classificatory diagnosis by imaging exams. Patients and methods In this observational, retrospective, single-center study, all patients with PCL who underwent EUS-TA due to diagnostic doubts in imaging studies were consecutively recruited from June 2017 to December 2021. The outcomes were to determine the diagnostic accuracy of EUS-TA with PC20 for differentiating between MN and n-MN, identifying malignant PCLs, and the AEs. Results Herein, 145 patients underwent EUS-TA, with 83 women (57.2%) and a mean age of 62.2 years. The mean size was 2.3 cm, with 81 patients (77.9%) having a PCL < 3.0 cm. The final diagnosis was made by EUS-TA (n = 81), surgery (n = 58), and follow-up (n = 6). The sensitivity, specificity, positive and negative predictive values, and accuracy for differentiating between MNs and n-MNs and identifying malignant PCLs were 92.6%, 98.4%, 98.7%, 91.3%, and 95.2% (kappa=0.9), and 92%, 99.2%, 95.8%, 98.3%, and 97.9% (kappa = 0.93), respectively. The AE rate was 2.7%, with no deaths in this cohort. Conclusions EUS-TA with PC20 has high accuracy and technical success with a low AE rate for PCL diagnosis.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Juliana Silveira Lima de Castro
- Diagnostic Imaging, Universidade Federal de Sao Paulo Departamento de Diagnostico por Imagem, Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Endoscopy, ACCamargo Cancer Center, Sao Paulo, Brazil
| | - Eloy Taglieri
- Endoscopy, ACCamargo Cancer Center, Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Endoscopy, Hospital Moriah, Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Endoscopy, Hospital 9 de Julho, Sao Paulo, Brazil
| | - Otávio Micelli Neto
- Endoscopy, ACCamargo Cancer Center, Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Endoscopy, Hospital Moriah, Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Endoscopy, Hospital 9 de Julho, Sao Paulo, Brazil
| | - João Guilherme Guerra
- Endoscopy, ACCamargo Cancer Center, Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Endoscopy, Hospital Moriah, Sao Paulo, Brazil
| | | | - Eliza Andrade
- Endoscopy, ACCamargo Cancer Center, Sao Paulo, Brazil
| | | | | | | | | | - Suzan Menasce Goldman
- Diagnostic Imaging, Universidade Federal de Sao Paulo Departamento de Diagnostico por Imagem, Sao Paulo, Brazil
| | - Rafael Kemp
- Surgery and Anatomy, Universidade de Sao Paulo Hospital das Clinicas da Faculdade de Medicina de Ribeirao Preto, Ribeirao Preto, Brazil
| | - José Sebastião dos Santos
- Surgery and Anatomy, Universidade de Sao Paulo Hospital das Clinicas da Faculdade de Medicina de Ribeirao Preto, Ribeirao Preto, Brazil
| | - José Celso Ardengh
- Diagnostic Imaging, Universidade Federal de Sao Paulo Departamento de Diagnostico por Imagem, Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Endoscopy, Hospital Moriah, Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Surgery and Anatomy, Universidade de Sao Paulo Hospital das Clinicas da Faculdade de Medicina de Ribeirao Preto, Ribeirao Preto, Brazil
| |
Collapse
|
14
|
Martinez-Moreno B, López-Roldán G, Martínez-Sempere J, de-Madaria E, Jover R, Aparicio JR. Long-term results after EUS gallbladder drainage in high-surgical-risk patients with acute cholecystitis: A 3-year follow-up registry. Endosc Int Open 2023; 11:E1063-E1068. [PMID: 37954111 PMCID: PMC10637859 DOI: 10.1055/a-2180-9817] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2023] [Accepted: 09/21/2023] [Indexed: 11/14/2023] Open
Abstract
Background and study aims Endoscopic ultrasound-guided gallbladder drainage (EUS-GBD) has become the favorite drainage option for high surgical-risk patients with acute cholecystitis. However, data on long-term outcomes regarding efficacy and security over 1 year are scarce. Patients and methods We performed a retrospective review of a prospectively maintained database to analyze the 3-year long-term outcomes of EUS-GBD with lumen apposing metal stents (LAMS) in high-surgical-risk patients with acute cholecystitis. Results Fifty patients with acute cholecystitis who underwent EUS-GBD with LAMS and 3-year follow-up or until death were included in this study. No endoscopic revisions were scheduled unless an adverse event (AE) or suspected LAMS dysfunction occurred. AEs occurred in 18%, 20%, and 26% of patients in the first, second, and third years, respectively. Thirteen patients developed at least one AE, and six presented with a second AE during follow-up. Recurrence of cholecystitis occurred in two patients (4%). Seven stent migrations (14%) occurred but all were asymptomatic. Symptomatic LAMS-related AEs (LAMS-RAEs) (37.5%) were related to gastric location of the stent compared with duodenal location (66.7% vs. 12.5%, P = 0.03). No stent-related bleeding or stent-related mortality was observed. Conclusions EUS-GBD with LAMS without scheduled removal is an effective and safe long-term treatment in high-surgical-risk patients with acute cholecystitis. Late LAMS-RAEs tend to be more asymptomatic over time. Symptomatic LAMS-RAEs are associated with gastric location, and overall, AEs tend to recur.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | | | | | - Enrique de-Madaria
- Gastroenterology, Hospital General Universitario de Alicante, Alicante, Spain
| | - Rodrigo Jover
- Gastroenterology, Hospital General Universitario de Alicante, Alicante, Spain
| | - José Ramón Aparicio
- Gastroenterology, Hospital General Universitario de Alicante, Alicante, Spain
| |
Collapse
|
15
|
Kakadiya R, Muktesh G, Samanta J, Mandavdhare HS, Gupta P, Shah J, Sarma P, Gupta V, Yadav TD, Jena A, Sharma V, Kochhar R. Plastic versus metal stents for transmural drainage of walled-off necrosis with significant solid debris: a randomized controlled trial. Endosc Int Open 2023; 11:E1069-E1077. [PMID: 38500708 PMCID: PMC10946060 DOI: 10.1055/a-2185-6318] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2023] [Accepted: 09/25/2023] [Indexed: 03/20/2024] Open
Abstract
Background and study aims Recently, larger-caliber metal stents have been increasingly used, resulting in higher efficacy in walled-off necrosis (WON) with more solid debris. However, none of the trials have included WON with significant solid debris. The aim of this study was to compare plastic stents and metal stents for drainage of symptomatic WON with significant solid debris (≥20%). Patients and methods We conducted a single-center, open-label, noninferiority trial including 48 patients. The primary endpoint was treatment success. Secondary outcomes were technical success, total number of procedures, adverse events (AEs), duration of procedure, and treatment failure. All the outcomes were assessed at 3 weeks after drainage. Patients were followed up for 3 months to assess recurrence. Results Treatment succeeded in 21 of 24 patients (87.5%) and 20 of 24 patients (83.3%) in the metal and plastic stent groups, respectively with P =1.05 (95% confidence interval 0.81-1.39). Assuming 10% non-inferiority margin, P <0.001 for non-inferiority, suggesting that plastic stents are non-inferior to metal stents. The technical success rate was 100%. Procedure duration was significantly shorter in the metal stent group (12.95±5.3 minutes versus 29.77±6.6 minutes, P <0.001). The number of total procedures was comparable (2.8±1 vs 2.2±1, P =0.097). There were more minor AEs in plastic stent arm but no significant difference between the two groups. A single asymptomatic recurrence was observed in the metal stent arm. Conclusions Plastic stents are not inferior to metal stents for WON drainage with significant solid debris. However, larger sample-size studies are needed to make definite conclusions.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Rinkal Kakadiya
- Gastroenterology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
| | - Gaurav Muktesh
- Gastroenterology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
| | - Jayanta Samanta
- Gastroenterology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
| | - Harshal S Mandavdhare
- Gastroenterology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
| | - Pankaj Gupta
- Radiodiagnosis, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
| | - Jimil Shah
- Gastroenterology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
| | - Phulen Sarma
- Pharmacology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
| | - Vikas Gupta
- General Surgery, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
| | - Thakur Deen Yadav
- General Surgery, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
| | - Anuraag Jena
- Gastroenterology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
| | - Vishal Sharma
- Gastroenterology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
| | - Rakesh Kochhar
- Gastroenterology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
| |
Collapse
|
16
|
Topazian M. Drainage of walled-off necrosis: when can I still use plastic stents? Endosc Int Open 2023; 11:E1108-E1109. [PMID: 38026780 PMCID: PMC10681805 DOI: 10.1055/a-2187-7565] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2023] [Accepted: 09/29/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
Affiliation(s)
- Mark Topazian
- Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, United States
| |
Collapse
|
17
|
Magahis PT, Salgado S, Westerveld D, Dawod E, Carr-Locke DL, Sampath K, Sharaiha RZ, Mahadev S. Preferred techniques for endoscopic ultrasound-guided gastroenterostomy: a survey of expert endosonographers. Endosc Int Open 2023; 11:E1035-E1045. [PMID: 37954107 PMCID: PMC10635781 DOI: 10.1055/a-2185-6426] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2023] [Accepted: 09/15/2023] [Indexed: 11/14/2023] Open
Abstract
Background and study aims Endoscopic ultrasound-guided gastroenterostomy (EUS-GE) is an emerging procedure that lacks technical standardization with limited adoption beyond expert centers. We surveyed high-volume endosonographers about the technical aspects of EUS-GE to describe how the procedure is currently performed at expert centers and identify targets for standardization. Methods Invitations to complete an electronic survey were distributed to 21 expert EUS practitioners at 19 U.S. centers. Respondents were surveyed about technical aspects of EUS-GE, indications, efficacy, safety, and attitudes toward the procedure. Results All 21 (100%) invited expert endoscopists completed the survey. Nine (42.9%) reported performing >10 EUS-GEs in the last 12 months. About half (47.6%, 10/21) puncture the target loop prior to lumen-apposing metal stent (LAMS) introduction, most often to confirm the loop is jejunum. No respondents reported guidewire placement prior to LAMS introduction. Most (71.4%, 15/21) do not use a guidewire at any time, while 28.6% (6/21) reported wire placement after distal flange deployment to secure the tract during apposition. Eight (38.1%, 8/21) reported at least one major adverse event, most commonly intraperitoneal LAMS deployment (87.5%, 7/8). Factors most often reported as advantageous for EUS-GE over enteral stenting included lack of papilla interference (33.3%, 7/21) and decreased occlusion risk (23.8%, 5/21). Conclusions Significant variation in performance technique for EUS-GE exists among expert US endoscopists, which may hinder widespread adoption and contribute to inconsistencies in reported patient outcomes. The granularity provided by these survey results may identify areas to focus standardization efforts and guide future studies on developing an ideal EUS-GE protocol.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | - Sanjay Salgado
- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, NewYork-Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center, New York, United States
| | - Donevan Westerveld
- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, NewYork-Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center, New York, United States
| | - Enad Dawod
- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, NewYork-Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center, New York, United States
| | - David L. Carr-Locke
- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, NewYork-Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center, New York, United States
| | - Kartik Sampath
- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, NewYork-Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center, New York, United States
| | - Reem Z. Sharaiha
- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, United States
| | - Srihari Mahadev
- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, NewYork-Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center, New York, United States
| |
Collapse
|
18
|
Kamal F, Khan MA, Lee-Smith WM, Sharma S, Acharya A, Faggen AE, Farooq U, Tarar ZI, Aziz M, Baron T. Early versus late endoscopic treatment of pancreatic necrotic collections: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Endosc Int Open 2023; 11:E794-E799. [PMID: 37671081 PMCID: PMC10477022 DOI: 10.1055/a-2100-9076] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2022] [Accepted: 05/17/2023] [Indexed: 09/07/2023] Open
Abstract
Background and study aims Recently studies have compared early (<4 weeks) vs. late or standard (>4 weeks) endoscopic treatment of pancreatic necrotic collections (PNC) and have reported favorable results for early treatment. In this meta-analysis, we compared the efficacy and safety of early vs. late endoscopic treatment of PNC. Patients and methods We reviewed several databases from inception to September 30, 2021 to identify studies that compared early with late endoscopic treatment of PNC. Our outcomes of interest were adverse events (AEs), resolution of PNC, performance of direct endoscopic necrosectomy, need for further interventions, and mean number of endoscopic necrosectomy sessions. We calculated pooled risk ratios (RRs) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs) for categorical variables and mean differences (MDs) with 95% CIs for continuous variables. Data were analyzed by random effect model. Heterogeneity was assessed by I 2 statistic. Results We included four studies with 427 patients. We found no significant difference in rates of AEs, RR (95% CI) 1.70 (range, 0.56-5.20), resolution of necrotic or fluid collections, RR (95% CI) 0.89 (range, 0.71-1.11), need for further interventions, RR (95% CI) 1.47 (range, 0.70-3.08), direct necrosectomy, RR (95% CI) 1.39 (range, 0.22-8.80), mortality, RR (95% CI) 2.37 (range, 0.26-21.72) and mean number of endoscopic necrosectomy sessions, MD (95% CI) 1.58 (range,-0.20-3.36) between groups. Conclusions Early endoscopic treatment of PNC can be considered for indications such as infected necrosis or sterile necrosis with symptoms or complications; however, future large multicenter studies are required to further evaluate its safety.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Faisal Kamal
- Gastroenterology, Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Philadelphia, United States
| | - Muhammad Ali Khan
- Gastroenterology, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, United States
| | | | - Sachit Sharma
- Internal Medicine, University of Toledo, Toledo, United States
| | - Ashu Acharya
- Internal Medicine, University of Toledo, Toledo, United States
| | - Alec E Faggen
- Gastroenterology, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, United States
| | - Umer Farooq
- Department of Medicine, Loyola Medicine/MacNeal Hospital, Berwyn, United States
| | - Zahid I Tarar
- Internal Medicine, University of Missouri School of Medicine, Columbia, United States
| | - Muhammad Aziz
- Internal Medicine, University of Toledo, Toledo, United States
| | - Todd Baron
- Gastroenterology & Hepatology, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, United States
| |
Collapse
|