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Yao-Ting Lee1, Kuang-Chen Yen1, Po-Chin Liang2
1Departments of Medical Imaging and Radiology, National Taiwan University Hospital and College of Medicine, National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan.
Insights
Bleeding after percutaneous transhepatic biliary drainage (PTBD) is a serious concern. A left-sided approach increases the risk of hepatic arterial injuries during PTBD procedures.
Area of Science:
- Interventional Radiology
- Hepatobiliary Surgery
- Gastroenterology
Background:
- Bleeding is a significant complication of percutaneous transhepatic biliary drainage (PTBD).
- Identifying procedure-related risk factors for PTBD bleeding is crucial for improving patient outcomes.
- Existing data on these risk factors remain controversial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review and meta-analyze existing literature.
- To identify specific procedure-related risk factors associated with bleeding after PTBD.
Main Methods:
- Searched PubMed, Cochrane, and Google Scholar databases up to May 1, 2021.
- Included studies with bleeding complications and comparative data on procedure-related factors.
- Assessed bias using Newcastle-Ottawa Scale and Cochrane risk-of-bias tool.
Main Results:
- Eleven studies were included in the meta-analysis.
- No significant difference in bleeding rates was found based on PTBD side, insertion level, or ultrasound guidance.
- A left-sided approach was associated with a higher risk of hepatic arterial injuries (OR=1.93, 95% CI: 1.32-2.83).
Conclusions:
- The left-sided approach is identified as a risk factor for hepatic arterial injuries following PTBD.
- Further research may focus on mitigating risks associated with left-sided PTBD approaches.
Background/Purpose:
Bleeding is the most dreaded complication after percutaneous transhepatic biliary drainage (PTBD). Clarifying the risk factors of bleeding can reduce the morbidity and mortality rates of PTBD. However, the procedure-related risk factors for bleeding after PTBD are still controversial. Therefore, this systematic review and meta-analysis were performed to identify procedure-related risk factors of bleeding after PTBD.
Methods:
PubMed, Cochrane database, and Google Scholar were searched for published studies until 1st May 2021. Inclusion criteria were: studies associated with bleeding complications after PTBD and with sufficient data to compare different procedure-related factors for bleeding. Sources of bias were assessed using the Newcastle-Ottawa Scale and Cochrane risk-of-bias tool for randomised trials. Probable procedure-related risk factors were evaluated and outcomes were expressed in the case of dichotomous variables, as an odds ratio (OR) (with a 95% confidence interval, (CI)).
Results:
Eleven studies were included in the meta-analysis. There was no significant difference in bleeding rates with respect to the side of PTBD (left/right, OR = 1.10, 95% CI: 0.68-1.76), the insertion level of bile duct (central/peripheral, OR = 1.39, 95% CI: 0.82-2.35), and the usage of ultrasound guidance (OR: 1.25, 95% CI: 0.60-2.60). A subgroup analysis revealed a left-sided approach that resulted in more hepatic arterial injuries than the right-sided approach (left/right, OR = 1.93, 95% CI: 1.32-2.83).
Conclusion:
Left-sided approach is a risk factor for hepatic arterial injuries after PTBD.
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