BACKGROUND Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography(ERCP)has been widely used in pediatric patients with cholangiopancreatic diseases.AIM To evaluate the efficacy,safety,and long-term follow-up results of ERCP i...BACKGROUND Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography(ERCP)has been widely used in pediatric patients with cholangiopancreatic diseases.AIM To evaluate the efficacy,safety,and long-term follow-up results of ERCP in symptomatic pancreaticobiliary maljunction(PBM).METHODS A multicenter,retrospective study was conducted on 75 pediatric patients who were diagnosed with PBM and underwent therapeutic ERCP at three endoscopy centers between January 2008 and March 2019.They were divided into four PBM groups based on the fluoroscopy in ERCP.Their clinical characteristics,specific ERCP procedures,adverse events,and long-term follow-up results were retrospectively reviewed.RESULTS Totally,112 ERCPs were performed on the 75 children with symptomatic PBM.Clinical manifestations included abdominal pain(62/75,82.7%),vomiting(35/75,46.7%),acholic stool(4/75,5.3%),fever(3/75,4.0%),acute pancreatitis(47/75,62.7%),hyperbilirubinemia(13/75,17.3%),and elevated liver enzymes(22/75,29.3%).ERCP interventions included endoscopic sphincterotomy,endoscopic retrograde biliary or pancreatic drainage,stone extraction,etc.Procedure-related complications were observed in 12 patients and included post-ERCP pancreatitis(9/75,12.0%),gastrointestinal bleeding(1/75,1.3%),and infection(2/75,2.7%).During a mean follow-up period of 46 mo(range:2 to 134 mo),ERCP therapy alleviated the biliary obstruction and reduced the incidence of pancreatitis.The overall effective rate of ERCP therapy was 82.4%;seven patients(9.3%)were lost to follow-up,eight(11.8%)re-experienced pancreatitis,and eleven(16.2%)underwent radical surgery,known as prophylactic excision of the extrahepatic bile duct and hepaticojejunostomy.CONCLUSION ERCP is a safe and effective treatment option to relieve biliary or pancreatic obstruction in symptomatic PBM,with the characteristics of minor trauma,fewer complications,and repeatability.展开更多
BACKGROUND Pancreaticobiliary maljunction(PBM) is an uncommon congenital anomaly of the pancreatic and biliary ductal system, defined as a union of the pancreatic and biliary ducts located outside the duodenal wall. A...BACKGROUND Pancreaticobiliary maljunction(PBM) is an uncommon congenital anomaly of the pancreatic and biliary ductal system, defined as a union of the pancreatic and biliary ducts located outside the duodenal wall. According to the Komi classification of PBM, the common bile duct(CBD) directly fuses with the ventral pancreatic duct in all types. Pancreas divisum(PD) occurs when the ventral and dorsal ducts of the embryonic pancreas fail to fuse during the second month of fetal development. The coexistence of PBM and PD is an infrequent condition.Here, we report an unusual variant of PBM associated with PD in a pediatric patient, in whom an anomalous communication existed between the CBD and dorsal pancreatic duct.CASE SUMMARY A boy aged 4 years and 2 mo was hospitalized for abdominal pain with nausea and jaundice for 5 d. Abdominal ultrasound showed cholecystitis with cholestasis in the gallbladder, dilated middle-upper CBD, and a strong echo in the lower CBD, indicating biliary stones. The diagnosis was extrahepatic biliary obstruction caused by biliary stones, which is an indication for endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography(ERCP). ERCP was performed to remove biliary stones. During the ERCP, we found a rare communication between the CBD and dorsal pancreatic duct. After clearing the CBD with a balloon, an 8.5 Fr 4-cm pigtail plastic pancreatic stent was placed in the biliary duct through the major papilla. Six months later, his biliary stent was removed after he had no symptoms and normal laboratory tests. In the following 4-year period, the child grew up normally with no more attacks of abdominal pain.CONCLUSION We consider that ERCP is effective and safe in pediatric patients with PBM combined with PD, and can be the initial therapy to manage such cases,especially when it is combined with aberrant communication between the CBD and dorsal pancreatic duct.展开更多
Objective: To validate endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) in the diagnosis andtreatment of pancreaticobiliary disease and to improve the methodology of ERCP. Methods: From January 1977 toJune 1998, ...Objective: To validate endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) in the diagnosis andtreatment of pancreaticobiliary disease and to improve the methodology of ERCP. Methods: From January 1977 toJune 1998, Seven thousand two hundred and thirty eight patients who were suspected to have pancreaticobiliaryduct diseases were examined with ERCP. Those who had therapeutic indications received ERCP treatment such asdrainage, dilatation and lithotomy. All cases were reviewed retrospectively, and analyzed for the clinical value andcomplications of ERCP. Results: In 7 238 patienls who underwent 7 579 ERCPs, the total success rate was94. 8%, with a 75. 7% showing rate of pancreatic duct. and 89. 1 % of the binary duct, revealing 3 492 cases ofbinary duct disease, 570 cases of pancreatic duct disease. 821 cases of diverticula and 171 cases of fistula. of which921 cases were treated endoscopically. The rate of complications arising from diagnostic ERCP was 1. 01%.without a single death, the rate of complications arising from therapeutic ERCP was 1. 3 %, two patients died(0. 22 % ). Conclusion: ERCP has important clinical value in the diagnosis and treatment of pancreaticobiliary ductdisease.展开更多
BACKGROUND In order to successfully manage traumatic pancreatic duct(PD)leaks,early diagnosis and operative management is paramount in reducing morbidity and mortality.In the acute setting,endoscopic retrograde cholan...BACKGROUND In order to successfully manage traumatic pancreatic duct(PD)leaks,early diagnosis and operative management is paramount in reducing morbidity and mortality.In the acute setting,endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography(ERCP)can be a useful,adjunctive modality during exploratory laparotomy.ERCP with sphincterotomy and stent placement improves preferential drainage in the setting of injury,allowing the pancreatic leak to properly heal.However,data in this acute setting is limited.CASE SUMMARY In this case series,a 27-year-old male and 16-year-old female presented with PD leaks secondary to a gunshot wound and blunt abdominal trauma,respectively.Both underwent intraoperative ERCP within an average of 5.9 h from time of presentation.A sphincterotomy and plastic pancreatic stent placement was performed with a 100%technical and clinical success.There were no associated immediate or long-term complications.Following discharge,both patients underwent repeat ERCP for stent removal with resolution of ductal injury.CONCLUSION These experiences further demonstrated that widespread adaption and optimal timing of ERCP may improve outcomes in trauma centers.展开更多
AIM: To estimate the fetal radiation exposure using thermoluminescent dosimeters (TLD's) in pregnant patients undergoing endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and assess its relevance. METHODS: Dat...AIM: To estimate the fetal radiation exposure using thermoluminescent dosimeters (TLD's) in pregnant patients undergoing endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and assess its relevance. METHODS: Data on thirty-five therapeutic ERCPs conducted in pregnant patients from 2001 to 2009 were retrieved from a prospective database. Techniques to minimize fluoroscopy time were implemented and the fluoroscopy times captured. TLD's were placed on the mother to estimate the fetal radiation exposure and the results were compared to the maximum allowed dose of radiation to the fetus [0.005 gray (Gy)]. Obstetrics consultations were obtained and the fetus was monitored before and after the ERCP. Fluoroscopy wasperformed at 75 kVp. ERCP was performed with the patients supine by dedicated biliary endoscopists performing more than 500 cases a year. RESULTS: A total of 35 pregnant patients underwent ERCP and biliary sphincterotomy (14 in first trimester, 11 in second trimester, and 10 in third trimester). Mean maternal age was 25 years (range 16-37 years) and mean gestational age was 18.9 wk (range 4-35 wk). Mean fluoroscopy time was 0.15 min (range 0-1 min). For 23 women, the estimated fetal radiation exposure was almost negligible (< 0.0001 Gy) while for 8 women, it was within the 0.0001-0.0002 Gy range. Three women had an estimated fetal radiation exposure between 0.0002 and 0.0005 Gy and 1 woman had an estimated fetal radiation exposure greater than 0.0005 Gy. Complications included 2 post-sphincterotomy bleeds, 2 post-ERCP pancreatitis, and 1 fatal acute respiratory distress syndrome. One patient developed cholecystitis 2 d after ERCP. CONCLUSION: ERCP with modified techniques is safe during pregnancy, and estimating the fetal radiation exposure from the fluoroscopy time or measuring it via TLD's is unnecessary.展开更多
Biliary rhabdomyosarcoma (BRMS) is an uncommon childhood malignancy which has been managed surgically. We present a case of a 3-year-old boy with BRMS, in whom endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) was...Biliary rhabdomyosarcoma (BRMS) is an uncommon childhood malignancy which has been managed surgically. We present a case of a 3-year-old boy with BRMS, in whom endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) was successfully used both diagnostically and therapeutically, thus obviating the need for surgery and its attendant risks of morbidity and mortality. We conclude that ERCP is an effective alternative to surgery for BRMS in some patients.展开更多
BACKGROUND Abnormal liver function tests(LFTs)in post-liver transplant(LT)patients pose a challenge in the timing and selection of diagnostic modalities.There are little data regarding the accuracy of endoscopic retro...BACKGROUND Abnormal liver function tests(LFTs)in post-liver transplant(LT)patients pose a challenge in the timing and selection of diagnostic modalities.There are little data regarding the accuracy of endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography(ERCP)and liver biopsy(LB)in diagnosing post-transplant complications.AIM To evaluate the diagnostic performance of ERCP and LB in patients with nonvascular post-LT complications.METHODS This single-center retrospective study evaluated patients undergoing both ERCP and LB for evaluation of elevated LFTs within 6 mo of LT from 2000 to 2017.Diagnostic operating characteristics including accuracy,sensitivity and specificity for various diagnoses were calculated for ERCP and LB.The R factor(ratio of alkaline phosphatase to alanine aminotransferase)was also calculated for each patient.RESULTS Of the 1284 patients who underwent LT,91 patients(74.7%males,mean age of 51)were analyzed.Anastomotic strictures(AS,24.2%),acute cellular rejection(ACR,11%)and concurrent AS/ACR(14.3%)were the most common diagnoses.ERCP carried an accuracy of 79.1%(95%CI:69.3-86.9),LB had an accuracy of 93.4%(95%CI:86.2-97.5),and the combination of the two had an accuracy of 100%(95%CI:96-100).There was no difference between patients with AS and ACR in mean R factor(AS:1.9 vs ACR:1.1,P=0.24).Adverse events did not differ between the two tests(ERCP:3.1%vs LB:1.1%,P=0.31).CONCLUSION In patients with abnormal LFTs after LT without vascular complications,the combination of LB and ERCP carries low risk and improves diagnostic accuracy over either test alone.展开更多
BACKGROUND Biliary ductal cancer(BDC) is a lethal disease; however, diagnosing BDC is challenging. Biliary biopsies are performed to pathologically diagnose BDC, but the appropriate parameters for biliary biopsy [numb...BACKGROUND Biliary ductal cancer(BDC) is a lethal disease; however, diagnosing BDC is challenging. Biliary biopsies are performed to pathologically diagnose BDC, but the appropriate parameters for biliary biopsy [number of biliary biopsies, number of endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography(ERCP) sessions, etc.] are unknown.AIM To clarify what constitutes an adequate method for biliary biopsy.METHODS In total, 95 patients who underwent endoscopic biliary biopsy without choledochoscopy and who were pathologically diagnosed with BDC were enrolled in this study. The patients were divided into two groups. Seventy-six patients who were diagnosed by biliary biopsy were defined as the positive group(P group), and nineteen patients who were not diagnosed by biliary biopsy were defined as the negative group(N group). The patient characteristics and ERCP-related procedures were compared between the P and N groups.RESULTS The numbers of ERCP sessions and biliary biopsies were significantly different between the two groups [ERCP sessions(one/two), P group 72/4 vs N group15/4, P value = 0.048; number of biliary biopsies, P group 2(1-6) vs N group 2(1-7), P value = 0.039]. In a multivariate analysis, fewer than 2 ERCP sessions was an independent factor influencing the positivity of the biliary biopsies.CONCLUSION This study clarified that ERCP and biliary ductal biopsy should only be performed once. If biliary cancer is not pathologically diagnosed after the first ERCP session, other methods(Endoscopic ultrasonography-guided fine needle aspiration or choledochoscopy-guided biliary ductal biopsy) should be employed.展开更多
Regarded as a minimally invasive procedure,endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography(ERCP)is commonly used to manage various pancreaticobiliary disorders.The rate of complications is low and starts from 4%for dia...Regarded as a minimally invasive procedure,endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography(ERCP)is commonly used to manage various pancreaticobiliary disorders.The rate of complications is low and starts from 4%for diagnostic interventions.The group of most frequent negative outcomes is commonly known and includes pancreatitis,cholecystitis,and hemorrhage.Rare adverse effects occur occasionally but carry a significant risk of unexpected and potentially dangerous results.In some cases,including splenic injury,the knowledge of pre-existing conditions might be helpful in avoiding the unwanted outcome,while in others,the risk factors are not clearly defined.Such situations demand increased caution in the post-ERCP period.The appearance of abdominal pain,peritoneal symptoms,or instability of the patient’s hemodynamic condition should alert the physician and lead to further investigation of the possible causes.The diagnostic process usually involves imaging tests.The implementation of the appropriate treatment should be immediate,as many of the rare complications carry the risk of dangerous,even potentially lethal,results.展开更多
Pancreaticobiliary maljunction (PBM) is a congenital anomaly defined as a junction of the pancreatic and bile ducts located outside the duodenal wall, usually forming a markedly long common channel. As the action of t...Pancreaticobiliary maljunction (PBM) is a congenital anomaly defined as a junction of the pancreatic and bile ducts located outside the duodenal wall, usually forming a markedly long common channel. As the action of the sphincter of Oddi does not functionally affect the junction in PBM patients, continuous pancreatobiliary reflux occurs, resulting in a high incidence of biliary cancer. PBM can be divided into PBM with biliary dilatation (congenital choledochal cyst) and PBM without biliary dilatation (maximal diameter of the bile duct ≤ 10 mm). The treatment of choice for PBM is prophylactic surgery before malignant changes can take place. Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERC P) is the most effective examination method for close obs ervation of the pattern of the junction site. When the communication between the pancreatic and bile ducts is maintained, despite contraction of the sphi ncter on ERCP, PBM is diagnosed. In these pat ients, levels of pancreatic enzymes in the bile are gene rally elevated, due to continuous pancreatobiliary reflux via a long common channel. Magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography and 3D-computed tomography can diagnose PBM, based on findings of an anomalous union between the common bile duct and the pancreatic duct, in addition to a long common channel. Endoscopic ultrasonography and intraductal ultra sonography can demonstrate the junction outside the duodenal wall, and are useful for the diagnosis of asso ciated biliary cancer. Gallbladder wall thickness on ultra so nography can be a screening test for PBM.展开更多
Imaging techniques are useful tools in the diagnosis and treatment of pancreaticobiliary maljunction(PBM).PBM is a precancerous lesion often relative to the disease of the pancreas and biliary tract,for example,cholec...Imaging techniques are useful tools in the diagnosis and treatment of pancreaticobiliary maljunction(PBM).PBM is a precancerous lesion often relative to the disease of the pancreas and biliary tract,for example,cholecystolithiasis,protein plugs,and pancreatitis.For patients with PBM,early diagnosis and timely treatment are highly important,which is largely dependent on imaging techniques.The continuous development of imaging techniques,including endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography,magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography,computed tomography,ultrasound,and intraoperative cholangiography,has provided appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic tools for PBM.Imaging techniques,including non-invasive and invasive,have distinct advantages and disadvantages.The purpose of this paper is to review the application of various imaging techniques in the diagnosis and treatment of PBM.展开更多
目的探讨十二指肠镜治疗无明显胆管扩张型胰胆管合流异常(pancreaticobiliary maljunction without obvious biliary dilatation,PBM-nonOBD)患儿的手术疗效及预后不良相关因素。方法回顾性分析复旦大学附属儿科医院自2020年1月至2022...目的探讨十二指肠镜治疗无明显胆管扩张型胰胆管合流异常(pancreaticobiliary maljunction without obvious biliary dilatation,PBM-nonOBD)患儿的手术疗效及预后不良相关因素。方法回顾性分析复旦大学附属儿科医院自2020年1月至2022年12月收治的内镜治疗PBM-nonOBD患儿的临床资料(包括人口学资料、临床症状、实验室检查及影像学资料),并对患儿进行随访。采用单因素分析及多因素Logistic回归分析十二指肠镜治疗PBM-nonOBD患儿不良预后的危险因素,并绘制受试者工作特征(receiver operating characteristic,ROC)曲线分析相关危险因素的预测价值。结果本研究共纳入44例患儿,随访时间(19.7±8.6)个月,治愈率为54.5%(24/44),其中治疗有效24例(为治疗有效组),治疗无效20例(为治疗无效组)。术后不良事件以十二指肠镜逆行性胆胰管造影术后胰腺炎最常见(7/44,15.9%),其中27.3%(12/44)的患儿最终需接受根治术,15.9%(7/44)的患儿需接受再次内镜治疗。治疗有效组胰胆管合流异常(pancreaticobiliary maljunction,PBM)分型以B型和D型为主,占比分别为41.7%(10/24)和37.5%(9/24)。单因素分析结果显示,年龄偏小、胰胆共同管直径较长、胆总管最宽直径较宽是PBM-nonOBD患儿内镜手术后预后不良的相关因素(P<0.05);多因素Logistic回归分析发现,年龄偏小(OR=1.645,95%CI:1.645~2.309)及胰胆共同管直径较长(OR=0.720,95%CI:0.720~0.968)是PBM-nonOBD患儿预后不良的独立危险因素(P<0.05),曲线下面积(area under the ROC curve,AUC)分别为0.838(95%CI:0.719~0.958)和0.731(95%CI:0.567~0.894),最佳截断值分别为4.9岁和8.8 mm。结论十二指肠镜手术创伤小,不会导致严重并发症,可有效缓解部分PBM-nonOBD患儿症状;年龄偏小和胰胆共同管长度较长可能与十二指肠镜治疗PBM-nonOBD预后不良相关。展开更多
基金Supported by the Shanghai Municipal Health Bureau,No.ZY(2018-2020)-FWTX-1105
文摘BACKGROUND Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography(ERCP)has been widely used in pediatric patients with cholangiopancreatic diseases.AIM To evaluate the efficacy,safety,and long-term follow-up results of ERCP in symptomatic pancreaticobiliary maljunction(PBM).METHODS A multicenter,retrospective study was conducted on 75 pediatric patients who were diagnosed with PBM and underwent therapeutic ERCP at three endoscopy centers between January 2008 and March 2019.They were divided into four PBM groups based on the fluoroscopy in ERCP.Their clinical characteristics,specific ERCP procedures,adverse events,and long-term follow-up results were retrospectively reviewed.RESULTS Totally,112 ERCPs were performed on the 75 children with symptomatic PBM.Clinical manifestations included abdominal pain(62/75,82.7%),vomiting(35/75,46.7%),acholic stool(4/75,5.3%),fever(3/75,4.0%),acute pancreatitis(47/75,62.7%),hyperbilirubinemia(13/75,17.3%),and elevated liver enzymes(22/75,29.3%).ERCP interventions included endoscopic sphincterotomy,endoscopic retrograde biliary or pancreatic drainage,stone extraction,etc.Procedure-related complications were observed in 12 patients and included post-ERCP pancreatitis(9/75,12.0%),gastrointestinal bleeding(1/75,1.3%),and infection(2/75,2.7%).During a mean follow-up period of 46 mo(range:2 to 134 mo),ERCP therapy alleviated the biliary obstruction and reduced the incidence of pancreatitis.The overall effective rate of ERCP therapy was 82.4%;seven patients(9.3%)were lost to follow-up,eight(11.8%)re-experienced pancreatitis,and eleven(16.2%)underwent radical surgery,known as prophylactic excision of the extrahepatic bile duct and hepaticojejunostomy.CONCLUSION ERCP is a safe and effective treatment option to relieve biliary or pancreatic obstruction in symptomatic PBM,with the characteristics of minor trauma,fewer complications,and repeatability.
文摘BACKGROUND Pancreaticobiliary maljunction(PBM) is an uncommon congenital anomaly of the pancreatic and biliary ductal system, defined as a union of the pancreatic and biliary ducts located outside the duodenal wall. According to the Komi classification of PBM, the common bile duct(CBD) directly fuses with the ventral pancreatic duct in all types. Pancreas divisum(PD) occurs when the ventral and dorsal ducts of the embryonic pancreas fail to fuse during the second month of fetal development. The coexistence of PBM and PD is an infrequent condition.Here, we report an unusual variant of PBM associated with PD in a pediatric patient, in whom an anomalous communication existed between the CBD and dorsal pancreatic duct.CASE SUMMARY A boy aged 4 years and 2 mo was hospitalized for abdominal pain with nausea and jaundice for 5 d. Abdominal ultrasound showed cholecystitis with cholestasis in the gallbladder, dilated middle-upper CBD, and a strong echo in the lower CBD, indicating biliary stones. The diagnosis was extrahepatic biliary obstruction caused by biliary stones, which is an indication for endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography(ERCP). ERCP was performed to remove biliary stones. During the ERCP, we found a rare communication between the CBD and dorsal pancreatic duct. After clearing the CBD with a balloon, an 8.5 Fr 4-cm pigtail plastic pancreatic stent was placed in the biliary duct through the major papilla. Six months later, his biliary stent was removed after he had no symptoms and normal laboratory tests. In the following 4-year period, the child grew up normally with no more attacks of abdominal pain.CONCLUSION We consider that ERCP is effective and safe in pediatric patients with PBM combined with PD, and can be the initial therapy to manage such cases,especially when it is combined with aberrant communication between the CBD and dorsal pancreatic duct.
文摘Objective: To validate endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) in the diagnosis andtreatment of pancreaticobiliary disease and to improve the methodology of ERCP. Methods: From January 1977 toJune 1998, Seven thousand two hundred and thirty eight patients who were suspected to have pancreaticobiliaryduct diseases were examined with ERCP. Those who had therapeutic indications received ERCP treatment such asdrainage, dilatation and lithotomy. All cases were reviewed retrospectively, and analyzed for the clinical value andcomplications of ERCP. Results: In 7 238 patienls who underwent 7 579 ERCPs, the total success rate was94. 8%, with a 75. 7% showing rate of pancreatic duct. and 89. 1 % of the binary duct, revealing 3 492 cases ofbinary duct disease, 570 cases of pancreatic duct disease. 821 cases of diverticula and 171 cases of fistula. of which921 cases were treated endoscopically. The rate of complications arising from diagnostic ERCP was 1. 01%.without a single death, the rate of complications arising from therapeutic ERCP was 1. 3 %, two patients died(0. 22 % ). Conclusion: ERCP has important clinical value in the diagnosis and treatment of pancreaticobiliary ductdisease.
文摘BACKGROUND In order to successfully manage traumatic pancreatic duct(PD)leaks,early diagnosis and operative management is paramount in reducing morbidity and mortality.In the acute setting,endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography(ERCP)can be a useful,adjunctive modality during exploratory laparotomy.ERCP with sphincterotomy and stent placement improves preferential drainage in the setting of injury,allowing the pancreatic leak to properly heal.However,data in this acute setting is limited.CASE SUMMARY In this case series,a 27-year-old male and 16-year-old female presented with PD leaks secondary to a gunshot wound and blunt abdominal trauma,respectively.Both underwent intraoperative ERCP within an average of 5.9 h from time of presentation.A sphincterotomy and plastic pancreatic stent placement was performed with a 100%technical and clinical success.There were no associated immediate or long-term complications.Following discharge,both patients underwent repeat ERCP for stent removal with resolution of ductal injury.CONCLUSION These experiences further demonstrated that widespread adaption and optimal timing of ERCP may improve outcomes in trauma centers.
文摘AIM: To estimate the fetal radiation exposure using thermoluminescent dosimeters (TLD's) in pregnant patients undergoing endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and assess its relevance. METHODS: Data on thirty-five therapeutic ERCPs conducted in pregnant patients from 2001 to 2009 were retrieved from a prospective database. Techniques to minimize fluoroscopy time were implemented and the fluoroscopy times captured. TLD's were placed on the mother to estimate the fetal radiation exposure and the results were compared to the maximum allowed dose of radiation to the fetus [0.005 gray (Gy)]. Obstetrics consultations were obtained and the fetus was monitored before and after the ERCP. Fluoroscopy wasperformed at 75 kVp. ERCP was performed with the patients supine by dedicated biliary endoscopists performing more than 500 cases a year. RESULTS: A total of 35 pregnant patients underwent ERCP and biliary sphincterotomy (14 in first trimester, 11 in second trimester, and 10 in third trimester). Mean maternal age was 25 years (range 16-37 years) and mean gestational age was 18.9 wk (range 4-35 wk). Mean fluoroscopy time was 0.15 min (range 0-1 min). For 23 women, the estimated fetal radiation exposure was almost negligible (< 0.0001 Gy) while for 8 women, it was within the 0.0001-0.0002 Gy range. Three women had an estimated fetal radiation exposure between 0.0002 and 0.0005 Gy and 1 woman had an estimated fetal radiation exposure greater than 0.0005 Gy. Complications included 2 post-sphincterotomy bleeds, 2 post-ERCP pancreatitis, and 1 fatal acute respiratory distress syndrome. One patient developed cholecystitis 2 d after ERCP. CONCLUSION: ERCP with modified techniques is safe during pregnancy, and estimating the fetal radiation exposure from the fluoroscopy time or measuring it via TLD's is unnecessary.
文摘Biliary rhabdomyosarcoma (BRMS) is an uncommon childhood malignancy which has been managed surgically. We present a case of a 3-year-old boy with BRMS, in whom endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) was successfully used both diagnostically and therapeutically, thus obviating the need for surgery and its attendant risks of morbidity and mortality. We conclude that ERCP is an effective alternative to surgery for BRMS in some patients.
文摘BACKGROUND Abnormal liver function tests(LFTs)in post-liver transplant(LT)patients pose a challenge in the timing and selection of diagnostic modalities.There are little data regarding the accuracy of endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography(ERCP)and liver biopsy(LB)in diagnosing post-transplant complications.AIM To evaluate the diagnostic performance of ERCP and LB in patients with nonvascular post-LT complications.METHODS This single-center retrospective study evaluated patients undergoing both ERCP and LB for evaluation of elevated LFTs within 6 mo of LT from 2000 to 2017.Diagnostic operating characteristics including accuracy,sensitivity and specificity for various diagnoses were calculated for ERCP and LB.The R factor(ratio of alkaline phosphatase to alanine aminotransferase)was also calculated for each patient.RESULTS Of the 1284 patients who underwent LT,91 patients(74.7%males,mean age of 51)were analyzed.Anastomotic strictures(AS,24.2%),acute cellular rejection(ACR,11%)and concurrent AS/ACR(14.3%)were the most common diagnoses.ERCP carried an accuracy of 79.1%(95%CI:69.3-86.9),LB had an accuracy of 93.4%(95%CI:86.2-97.5),and the combination of the two had an accuracy of 100%(95%CI:96-100).There was no difference between patients with AS and ACR in mean R factor(AS:1.9 vs ACR:1.1,P=0.24).Adverse events did not differ between the two tests(ERCP:3.1%vs LB:1.1%,P=0.31).CONCLUSION In patients with abnormal LFTs after LT without vascular complications,the combination of LB and ERCP carries low risk and improves diagnostic accuracy over either test alone.
文摘BACKGROUND Biliary ductal cancer(BDC) is a lethal disease; however, diagnosing BDC is challenging. Biliary biopsies are performed to pathologically diagnose BDC, but the appropriate parameters for biliary biopsy [number of biliary biopsies, number of endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography(ERCP) sessions, etc.] are unknown.AIM To clarify what constitutes an adequate method for biliary biopsy.METHODS In total, 95 patients who underwent endoscopic biliary biopsy without choledochoscopy and who were pathologically diagnosed with BDC were enrolled in this study. The patients were divided into two groups. Seventy-six patients who were diagnosed by biliary biopsy were defined as the positive group(P group), and nineteen patients who were not diagnosed by biliary biopsy were defined as the negative group(N group). The patient characteristics and ERCP-related procedures were compared between the P and N groups.RESULTS The numbers of ERCP sessions and biliary biopsies were significantly different between the two groups [ERCP sessions(one/two), P group 72/4 vs N group15/4, P value = 0.048; number of biliary biopsies, P group 2(1-6) vs N group 2(1-7), P value = 0.039]. In a multivariate analysis, fewer than 2 ERCP sessions was an independent factor influencing the positivity of the biliary biopsies.CONCLUSION This study clarified that ERCP and biliary ductal biopsy should only be performed once. If biliary cancer is not pathologically diagnosed after the first ERCP session, other methods(Endoscopic ultrasonography-guided fine needle aspiration or choledochoscopy-guided biliary ductal biopsy) should be employed.
文摘Regarded as a minimally invasive procedure,endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography(ERCP)is commonly used to manage various pancreaticobiliary disorders.The rate of complications is low and starts from 4%for diagnostic interventions.The group of most frequent negative outcomes is commonly known and includes pancreatitis,cholecystitis,and hemorrhage.Rare adverse effects occur occasionally but carry a significant risk of unexpected and potentially dangerous results.In some cases,including splenic injury,the knowledge of pre-existing conditions might be helpful in avoiding the unwanted outcome,while in others,the risk factors are not clearly defined.Such situations demand increased caution in the post-ERCP period.The appearance of abdominal pain,peritoneal symptoms,or instability of the patient’s hemodynamic condition should alert the physician and lead to further investigation of the possible causes.The diagnostic process usually involves imaging tests.The implementation of the appropriate treatment should be immediate,as many of the rare complications carry the risk of dangerous,even potentially lethal,results.
文摘Pancreaticobiliary maljunction (PBM) is a congenital anomaly defined as a junction of the pancreatic and bile ducts located outside the duodenal wall, usually forming a markedly long common channel. As the action of the sphincter of Oddi does not functionally affect the junction in PBM patients, continuous pancreatobiliary reflux occurs, resulting in a high incidence of biliary cancer. PBM can be divided into PBM with biliary dilatation (congenital choledochal cyst) and PBM without biliary dilatation (maximal diameter of the bile duct ≤ 10 mm). The treatment of choice for PBM is prophylactic surgery before malignant changes can take place. Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERC P) is the most effective examination method for close obs ervation of the pattern of the junction site. When the communication between the pancreatic and bile ducts is maintained, despite contraction of the sphi ncter on ERCP, PBM is diagnosed. In these pat ients, levels of pancreatic enzymes in the bile are gene rally elevated, due to continuous pancreatobiliary reflux via a long common channel. Magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography and 3D-computed tomography can diagnose PBM, based on findings of an anomalous union between the common bile duct and the pancreatic duct, in addition to a long common channel. Endoscopic ultrasonography and intraductal ultra sonography can demonstrate the junction outside the duodenal wall, and are useful for the diagnosis of asso ciated biliary cancer. Gallbladder wall thickness on ultra so nography can be a screening test for PBM.
文摘Imaging techniques are useful tools in the diagnosis and treatment of pancreaticobiliary maljunction(PBM).PBM is a precancerous lesion often relative to the disease of the pancreas and biliary tract,for example,cholecystolithiasis,protein plugs,and pancreatitis.For patients with PBM,early diagnosis and timely treatment are highly important,which is largely dependent on imaging techniques.The continuous development of imaging techniques,including endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography,magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography,computed tomography,ultrasound,and intraoperative cholangiography,has provided appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic tools for PBM.Imaging techniques,including non-invasive and invasive,have distinct advantages and disadvantages.The purpose of this paper is to review the application of various imaging techniques in the diagnosis and treatment of PBM.
文摘目的探讨十二指肠镜治疗无明显胆管扩张型胰胆管合流异常(pancreaticobiliary maljunction without obvious biliary dilatation,PBM-nonOBD)患儿的手术疗效及预后不良相关因素。方法回顾性分析复旦大学附属儿科医院自2020年1月至2022年12月收治的内镜治疗PBM-nonOBD患儿的临床资料(包括人口学资料、临床症状、实验室检查及影像学资料),并对患儿进行随访。采用单因素分析及多因素Logistic回归分析十二指肠镜治疗PBM-nonOBD患儿不良预后的危险因素,并绘制受试者工作特征(receiver operating characteristic,ROC)曲线分析相关危险因素的预测价值。结果本研究共纳入44例患儿,随访时间(19.7±8.6)个月,治愈率为54.5%(24/44),其中治疗有效24例(为治疗有效组),治疗无效20例(为治疗无效组)。术后不良事件以十二指肠镜逆行性胆胰管造影术后胰腺炎最常见(7/44,15.9%),其中27.3%(12/44)的患儿最终需接受根治术,15.9%(7/44)的患儿需接受再次内镜治疗。治疗有效组胰胆管合流异常(pancreaticobiliary maljunction,PBM)分型以B型和D型为主,占比分别为41.7%(10/24)和37.5%(9/24)。单因素分析结果显示,年龄偏小、胰胆共同管直径较长、胆总管最宽直径较宽是PBM-nonOBD患儿内镜手术后预后不良的相关因素(P<0.05);多因素Logistic回归分析发现,年龄偏小(OR=1.645,95%CI:1.645~2.309)及胰胆共同管直径较长(OR=0.720,95%CI:0.720~0.968)是PBM-nonOBD患儿预后不良的独立危险因素(P<0.05),曲线下面积(area under the ROC curve,AUC)分别为0.838(95%CI:0.719~0.958)和0.731(95%CI:0.567~0.894),最佳截断值分别为4.9岁和8.8 mm。结论十二指肠镜手术创伤小,不会导致严重并发症,可有效缓解部分PBM-nonOBD患儿症状;年龄偏小和胰胆共同管长度较长可能与十二指肠镜治疗PBM-nonOBD预后不良相关。
文摘目的:探讨内镜逆行胰胆管造影(endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography, ERCP)在诊断和治疗小儿胰胆管汇合异常(pancreaticobiliary maljunction, PBM)中的安全性和有效性。方法:回顾性分析本院ERCP确诊为PBM的74例患儿,分析临床资料和术后随访。结果 :按照日本胆胰管合流异常研究组(Japanese Study Group on Pancreaticobiliary Maljunction, JSGPM)分型,A型32例,B型16例,C型23例,D型3例。MRCP检查的阳性诊断率仅8%。本研究所有患儿均行乳头肌切开和鼻胆管引流。其中69例(93.4%)行取石/蛋白酶栓,2例术后留置胰管支架。7例(9.5%)术后出现ERCP后轻型胰腺炎,无术后出血、贲门撕裂及穿孔等严重并发症发生。除7例(9.5%)PBM不合并胆道扩张的患儿外,其余术后均行肝外胆管切除+肝管空肠Roux-en-Y吻合术。结论:ERCP在小儿PBM的诊治过程中具有诊断效力强、疗效好、安全性高的优点,对早期确诊并干预PBM的病理进程具有重要意义。