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Percutaneous pancreatography under ultrasonographic guidance
M Opacić1, N Rustemović, R Pulaníc
1Department of Gastroenterology, University Hospital Rebro, Zagreb, Croatia.
Purpose:
The aim of the study was to evaluate percutaneous pancreatography as an alternative method for pancreatic duct visualisation in patients with pancreatic disease.
Material And Methods:
In 21 patients with pancreatic disease and previously unsuccessful ERCP, puncture of the pancreatic duct was carried out under ultrasonographic guidance with an 0.7-mm Chiba needle, and contrast injection was made under fluoroscopic control in the pancreatic duct.
Results:
The procedure was successful in 18 patients (86%). In 10 patients, chronic pancreatitis was found, and in 8 patients, pancreatic carcinoma.
Conclusion:
Percutaneous pancreatography is a good alternative method for visualisation of the pancreatic duct in patients with pancreatic disease and previously unsuccessful ERCP.