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[Pancreatic pseudocyst in children: what is the best therapeutic approach?]

F Nouira1, Y Ben Ahmed, N Sarrai

  • 1Service de chirurgie pédiatrique « B », hôpital d'enfants, Bab Saadoun 1007, Tunis, Tunisie. nouirafaouzi@yahoo.fr

Archives De Pediatrie : Organe Officiel De La Societe Francaise De Pediatrie
|October 4, 2011
PubMed

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Endoscopic drainage offers a safe and effective treatment for pediatric pancreatic pseudocysts that do not resolve spontaneously. This minimally invasive approach avoids complications and recurrence, presenting a viable alternative to surgery.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Innovation

Background:

  • Pancreatic pseudocysts are rare in children, often resulting from abdominal trauma.
  • Management strategies vary, including conservative measures and invasive procedures.

Observation:

  • Four pediatric cases of non-resolving pancreatic pseudocysts (ages 7-13) were treated over two years.
  • Etiologies included trauma (2 cases) and acute pancreatitis (2 cases).
  • Diagnosis was confirmed via ultrasound and CT scans; two patients underwent endoscopic drainage without complications or recurrence. One case resolved spontaneously.

Findings:

  • Endoscopic drainage is a safe and effective treatment for pediatric pancreatic pseudocysts.
  • Minimally invasive endoscopic procedures demonstrate successful outcomes in this cohort.

Implications:

  • Endoscopic drainage should be considered a primary treatment option for non-resolving pediatric pancreatic pseudocysts.
  • Surgical intervention remains a valuable alternative when endoscopic methods are not feasible or effective.
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