Modified ultrasound-guided percutaneous transgastric drainage of pancreatic pseudocysts

K. M. Das, R. Kochhar, S. K. Mehta, S. Suri, S. P. Kaushik, N. M. Gupta, S. Kochhar

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Abstract

We describe a modified ultrasound-guided transgastric drainage technique for pancreatic pseudocysts. Using a water-filled stomach to improve visualization, we have successfully drained pseudocysts in ten patients. This report also describes the use of a stiffening cannula to assist transgastric catheter placement. We emphasize the value of constant real-time tracking of the dilator and guidewire to ensure correct positioning of the drainage catheter.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)209-211
Number of pages3
JournalSurgical Endoscopy
Volume4
Issue number4
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Dec 1990
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Pancreatic pseudocyst
  • Percutaneous transgastric drainage
  • Ultrasound

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Surgery

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