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Endoscopic treatment of bile duct post-traumatic and post-operative lesions in children

Radan Keil1, Jiri Drabek1, Jindra Lochmannova1

  • 1a Department of Internal Medicine , Motol University Hospital , Prague , Czech Republic.

Scandinavian Journal of Gastroenterology
|April 9, 2017
PubMed

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Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is safe and effective for diagnosing and treating pediatric bile duct injuries. This minimally-invasive approach, including bile stent insertion, shows high success rates with few complications.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Gastroenterology
  • Minimally-Invasive Surgery
  • Biliary Tract Disorders

Background:

  • Bile duct injuries (BDIs) in children can result from trauma or surgery.
  • Accurate diagnosis and effective treatment are crucial for pediatric patients.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of ERCP in diagnosing and treating pediatric BDIs.
  • To assess ERCP as a therapeutic option for bile duct injuries in children.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 14 pediatric patients with traumatic or postoperative BDIs.
  • Performance of ERCP and endoscopic papillotomy for diagnosis and treatment.
  • Bile stent insertion and replacement were utilized as needed.

Main Results:

  • 46 ERCPs and 12 papillotomies were performed.
  • Successful endoscopic treatment of bile leakage in 85.7% of cases without surgical reconstruction.
  • Low complication rates, with cholangitis and bleeding each occurring in only two patients.

Conclusions:

  • ERCP with endoscopic bile stent insertion is a highly effective treatment for pediatric BDIs.
  • This minimally-invasive procedure should be a standard therapeutic option for suspected BDIs in children.
Abstract

Keywords:
Bile duct traumaERCPbile duct stenting

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