[Haemosuccus pancreaticus]

Area of Science:

• Gastroenterology
• Pancreatology
• Vascular Medicine

Background:

• Haemosuccus pancreaticus is a rare cause of gastrointestinal bleeding.
• It involves hemorrhage originating from the pancreatic duct system.
• Often associated with chronic pancreatitis and pancreatic pseudocysts.

Observation:

• A 40-year-old male presented with bleeding from the pancreatic duct.
• The bleeding was a complication of underlying chronic pancreatitis and a pancreatic pseudocyst.
• Diagnostic modalities included endoscopy, abdominal ultrasonography, and angiography.

Findings:

• Diagnosis of haemosuccus pancreaticus was confirmed.
• The patient experienced spontaneous cessation of bleeding.
• No surgical intervention was required.

Implications:

• This case highlights the importance of considering haemosuccus pancreaticus in patients with pancreatitis and bleeding.
• Non-surgical management can be effective in select cases.
• Further research into the pathogenesis and optimal management strategies is warranted.