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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Oncology
  • Thoracic Surgery

Background:

  • Mediastinal pancreatobiliary pseudocysts are rare, presenting unique diagnostic and therapeutic challenges.
  • These pseudocysts can be either uninfected or suppurative, often involving fistulous communications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the optimal treatment strategies for both uninfected and suppurative mediastinal pseudocysts.
  • To analyze risk factors and outcomes associated with these rare conditions.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective analysis of 10 patients with mediastinal pseudocysts (pancreatogenic and biliogenic) was conducted.
  • Patients were categorized into two groups: uninfected (Group A) and suppurative (Group B) with associated fistulas.

Main Results:

  • Uninfected pseudocysts (Group A) were treated with simultaneous procedures, including Frey procedure or distal pancreatectomy, yielding favorable outcomes.
  • Suppurative cases (Group B) often presented with prolonged mediastinitis and fistulas, requiring two-stage surgeries. Esophageal fistula was associated with significant morbidity and mortality.
  • Identified risk factors include pancreatic duct hypertension and anatomical proximity of structures to diaphragmatic hiatuses.

Conclusions:

  • Simultaneous procedures are recommended for uninfected mediastinal pseudocysts.
  • Two-stage interventions are necessary for suppurative mediastinitis with pancreatopleural empyema.
  • Prompt therapy is advised for patients with esophageal fistulas, even with mild symptoms.