Abstract
Peripancreatic fluid collections (PFCs) usually occur as a local complication of acute pancreatitis. In the Atlanta classification revised in 2012, local complications are categorized into acute PFC, acute necrotic collection, pancreatic pseudocyst, and walled-off necrosis. The latter two are indications for drainage. With the development of endoscopic ultrasonography (EUS)-guided interventions, EUS-guided drainage of PFCs is now established as a standard treatment due to the advantages of lower cost, shorter hospital stay, and faster recovery. This article provides a brief introduction of PFCs and information on EUS-guided drainage of PFCs with a review of literature.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 160-163 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | International Journal of Gastrointestinal Intervention |
Volume | 9 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Oct 2020 |
Keywords
- Drainage
- Endosonography
- Pancreatitis
- Peripancreatic fluid collection