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Noninvasive endoscopic hemostasis technique for post-papillectomy bleeding using a novel self-assembling peptide
Akira Miyano1, Takeshi Ogura1, Hiroki Nishikawa1
12nd Department of Internal Medicine Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University Osaka Japan.
JGH Open : an Open Access Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
|January 20, 2023
Summary
A novel hemostatic agent successfully stopped bleeding after an endoscopic papillectomy. This case highlights its potential use in pancreato-biliary procedures for effective endoscopic hemostasis.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Endoscopic Procedures
- Hemostasis
Background:
- Endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR) and submucosal dissection (ESD) commonly use hemostatic agents.
- Limited data exists on novel hemostatic agents in pancreato-biliary endoscopic procedures.
Observation:
- A patient experienced significant bleeding following an endoscopic papillectomy.
- Standard endoscopic interventions were considered.
Findings:
- A novel hemostatic agent was successfully employed to achieve endoscopic hemostasis.
- The agent demonstrated efficacy in controlling post-papillectomy hemorrhage.
Implications:
- This case suggests the utility of novel hemostatic agents in managing bleeding complications from pancreato-biliary endoscopic procedures.
- Further research is warranted to establish the safety and efficacy profile of this agent in similar interventions.
