Clin Endosc.  2012 Sep;45(3):337-340.

Endoscopic Ultrasound-Guided Drainage of Pancreatic Fluid Collections (with Video)

• Topazian M

Abstract

Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) is often used to guide drainage of pancreatic fluid collections (PFCs). EUS enhances the diagnosis of cystic pancreatic lesions and enables real-time image-guided control of PFC drainage. EUS may facilitate the endoscopic treatment of patients with pancreatic necrosis and patients with disconnected pancreatic duct syndrome.

Keyword

Endoscopic ultrasound; Pseudocyst; Necrosis; Acute fluid collection; Disconnected pancreatic duct

MeSH Terms

Drainage
Humans
Necrosis
Pancreatic Ducts

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