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[Palliative endoscopy].

Benno Arnstadt1, Hans-Dieter Allescher2

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  • Oncology
  • Interventional Endoscopy

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  • Gastrointestinal malignancies are increasingly prevalent, often diagnosed at a palliative stage.
  • Screening strategies are improving, yet many patients still require palliative care for tumor-related symptoms.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the essential role of palliative endoscopy in managing symptoms of gastrointestinal tumors.
  • To review endoscopic interventions for nutritional support, passage maintenance, and drainage.

Main Methods:

  • Endoscopic procedures including percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) and jejunostomy (PEJ) for nutritional support.
  • Gastrointestinal stenting for maintaining passage and secretion drainage.
  • Endosonographically assisted punctures for creating drainage or continuity in stenotic areas.

Main Results:

  • Palliative endoscopy effectively alleviates tumor-related symptoms such as dysphagia, malnutrition, cholestasis, ileus, and pain.
  • Endoscopic interventions provide vital nutritional support and maintain gastrointestinal patency.
  • Endoscopic techniques offer solutions for drainage and continuity even in challenging tumor-induced stenoses.

Conclusions:

  • Palliative endoscopy is a cornerstone in managing advanced gastrointestinal cancers, significantly improving patient quality of life.
  • Interventional endoscopic techniques offer versatile solutions for complex palliative care scenarios.
  • Careful consideration of contraindications and potential complications is essential for all endoscopic interventions.