
Endoprothetic stenting of the pancreatic duct is reported in limited series. Twelve patients are presented here. In five patients with confirmed or suspected pancreatic malignancy, pain and diarrhea subsided or disappeared, and two patients had a temporary gain in weight. Four patients with chronic pancreatitis all experienced relief of symptoms. One patient with a pancreatic abscess improved temporarily. A postoperative pancreatic fistula healed within two weeks. One patient with a stone in the pancreatic duct became temporarily free from pain. Two patients had minor complications. Efficiency of pancreatic drainage is difficult to evaluate. However, all our patients seemed to benefit from the treatment.
Cholangiopancreatography, Endoscopic Retrograde, Male, Pancreatic Ducts, Middle Aged, Pancreatic Neoplasms, Pancreatitis, Drainage, Humans, Pain Management, Female, Stents, Aged
Cholangiopancreatography, Endoscopic Retrograde, Male, Pancreatic Ducts, Middle Aged, Pancreatic Neoplasms, Pancreatitis, Drainage, Humans, Pain Management, Female, Stents, Aged
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