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Percutaneous transhepatic internal drainage using polyurethane double-pigtail endoprostheses.

N Haq, P L Fong

    Clinical Radiology
    |January 1, 1985
    PubMed
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    Percutaneous transhepatic insertion of polyurethane double-pigtail stents offers an effective and less traumatic alternative for relieving obstructive jaundice. This common radiological procedure demonstrates ease of insertion and comparable efficacy to larger stents.

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    Area of Science:

    • Interventional Radiology
    • Gastroenterology
    • Medical Device Technology

    Background:

    • Obstructive jaundice management commonly involves percutaneous transhepatic endoprosthesis insertion.
    • Standard endoprostheses are often larger, potentially increasing patient trauma and procedural complexity.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the feasibility and efficacy of using polyurethane double-pigtail stents via the percutaneous transhepatic route.
    • To compare this technique with traditional larger stent insertions for obstructive jaundice.

    Main Methods:

    • Percutaneous transhepatic insertion of polyurethane double-pigtail stents in five patients.
    • Utilized stents designed for transpapillary endoscopic use in a transhepatic approach.

    Main Results:

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    • Successful insertion of double-pigtail stents in all five patients.
    • Effective relief of obstructive jaundice was achieved.
    • The procedure was noted to be less traumatic and easier to perform than with larger stents.

    Conclusions:

    • Polyurethane double-pigtail stents are effective for relieving obstructive jaundice when inserted percutaneously transhepatically.
    • This method offers a less traumatic and simpler alternative to larger stents currently in common use.