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Appendicitis01:19

Appendicitis

Appendicitis is an acute inflammatory condition of the vermiform appendix, most commonly caused by obstruction of its lumen. The appendix is a narrow, blind-ended pouch that extends from the cecum, making it particularly prone to obstruction. Causes include fecaliths, lymphoid hyperplasia (often after viral infections), parasites, tumors, or foreign bodies. This obstruction initiates a cascade of pathological changes.Luminal Obstruction and Early InflammationAfter obstruction, normal mucosal...
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Appendicitis-I: Introduction

The appendix, a small, narrow, blind tube extending from the inferior part of the cecum, is widely regarded as a vestigial organ, having lost much of its original function through evolution. Despite its diminished role, the appendix can become inflamed, a condition known as appendicitis.
Etiology: Appendicitis can arise from various causes, primarily rooted in the obstruction of the appendix lumen. Factors contributing to this obstruction include fecal accumulation, lymphoid hyperplasia and, in...

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Ampullary adenoma.

Todd H Baron1

  • 1Todd H. Baron, MD Mayo Clinic, 200 First Street SW, Charlton 8A, Rochester, MN 55905, USA. baron.todd@mayo.edu.

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Ampullary adenomas are precancerous growths in the duodenum. Endoscopic resection is increasingly used, and temporary pancreatic duct stents can prevent pancreatitis after the procedure.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Oncology

Background:

  • Ampullary adenoma is a premalignant lesion of the major papilla in the duodenum.
  • These lesions can occur sporadically or as part of familial adenomatous polyposis syndrome.
  • Detection occurs via symptoms, surveillance for familial adenomatous polyposis syndrome, or incidentally during upper endoscopy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the management options for ampullary adenoma.
  • To highlight the increasing use and techniques of endoscopic resection.
  • To emphasize the importance of preventing post-endoscopic resection pancreatitis.

Main Methods:

  • Review of management strategies for ampullary adenoma.
  • Description of endoscopic resection techniques, analogous to colonoscopic polypectomy.
  • Discussion of methods to prevent pancreatitis, specifically pancreatic duct stenting.

Main Results:

  • Management options include observation, surgical resection (local or extended), and endoscopic resection.
  • Endoscopic resection is becoming more common.
  • Temporary pancreatic duct stents are effective in preventing post-endoscopic resection pancreatitis.

Conclusions:

  • Ampullary adenomas require careful management, with endoscopic resection being a viable and increasingly utilized option.
  • Preventing complications such as pancreatitis is crucial for successful endoscopic management.
  • Pancreatic duct stenting is a key preventive measure for post-procedure pancreatitis.