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[Sugiura's procedure--a treatment modality for esophageal varices]
P D Andronescu1, S Simion, C Andronescu
1Clinica de Chirurgie, Spitalul Clinic N. Gh. Lupu.
Chirurgia (Bucharest, Romania : 1990)
|February 11, 2004
Summary
The Sugiura procedure can effectively treat bleeding esophageal varices, even in emergencies. This retrospective study of 30 patients at "N. Gh. Lupu" demonstrates its utility in both stable and urgent cases.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Procedures
- Hepatology
Context:
- Esophageal varices are a serious complication of liver disease, often leading to life-threatening bleeding.
- The Sugiura procedure is a surgical technique aimed at controlling variceal hemorrhage.
- Limited data exists on the long-term outcomes of the Sugiura procedure in diverse patient populations.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the efficacy and safety of the Sugiura procedure for managing bleeding esophageal varices.
- To analyze the outcomes of 30 patients undergoing the Sugiura procedure at "N. Gh. Lupu" over a 5-year period.
- To determine the optimal patient conditions for performing the Sugiura procedure, including emergency settings.
Summary:
- A 5-year retrospective study analyzed 30 patients who underwent the Sugiura procedure for bleeding esophageal varices.
- Results indicate the Sugiura procedure is effective in controlling hemorrhage from esophageal varices.
- The procedure is recommended for stabilized patients but can also be performed in emergency situations.
Impact:
- The findings support the Sugiura procedure as a viable treatment option for bleeding esophageal varices.
- This study contributes to the understanding of Sugiura procedure's applicability in both elective and emergency scenarios.
- The results may influence clinical decision-making regarding surgical interventions for variceal bleeding.