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Hemosuccus Pancreaticus: More Than at First Blush
Hannah Fiske1, Averill Guo2, Sarah Hyder3
1Internal Medicine Resident. Department of Internal Medicine, Warren Alpert Medical School, Brown University, Providence, RI.
Rhode Island Medical Journal (2013)
|April 25, 2023
Summary
Hemosuccus pancreaticus, a rare cause of upper gastrointestinal bleeding, can be successfully treated with gastroduodenal artery embolization. Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial for managing this condition, especially during acute pancreatitis.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Interventional Radiology
Background:
- Hemosuccus pancreaticus is a rare but serious cause of upper gastrointestinal bleeding.
- It presents diagnostic and therapeutic challenges, often linked to pancreatic conditions.
Observation:
- A case of hemosuccus pancreaticus occurred in a patient with acute pancreatitis.
- The condition was visualized using upper endoscopy and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP).
Findings:
- Successful treatment was achieved through gastroduodenal artery (GDA) embolization.
- Interventional radiology played a key role in the successful embolization procedure.
Implications:
- Early recognition of hemosuccus pancreaticus is vital for patient survival.
- Prompt diagnosis and treatment can prevent fatal outcomes associated with gastrointestinal hemorrhage.
