Modified trocar-cannula system for percutaneous pancreatic abscess drainage

Area of Science:

• Interventional Radiology
• Gastroenterology
• Surgical Oncology

Background:

• Pancreatic abscesses are serious complications requiring effective drainage.
• Percutaneous drainage is a minimally invasive option for managing pancreatic abscesses.
• Optimizing catheter systems is crucial for successful percutaneous interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the efficacy of a specific trocar-catheter system for percutaneous pancreatic abscess drainage.
• To assess the suitability of a 7.1-F pigtail catheter and translumbar needle for anterior approach drainage.

Main Methods:

• A 7.1-F pigtail catheter and translumbar needle trocar-catheter system were employed.
• Percutaneous drainage was performed via an anterior approach.
• The system's adequacy in size, length, and configuration was utilized.

Main Results:

• Successful percutaneous drainage of a pancreatic abscess was achieved.
• The system demonstrated adequate drainage size for effective fluid removal.
• Sufficient catheter length facilitated drainage of deep-seated abscesses.

Conclusions:

• The described trocar-catheter system is effective for percutaneous pancreatic abscess drainage.
• The anterior approach using this system is a viable option for managing complex pancreatic infections.
• Pigtail catheter configuration is beneficial for securing drainage and preventing dislodgement.