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ERCP E-Book

ERCP E-Book

Todd H. Baron | Richard A. Kozarek | David Leslie Carr-Locke

(2012)

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Abstract

ERCP, now in its second edition, is dedicated to simplifying and explaining everything that you need to know to effectively and safely practice endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography. High-quality images, illustrative diagrams, and coverage of the latest techniques guide you through this complex topic and help you achieve optimal outcomes.

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  • Deliver the most effective therapy with an in-depth review of intricate ERCP procedures, and equip yourself with the latest techniques, therapeutic modalities, and guidelines.
  • Master the latest diagnostic and therapeutic techniques with ERCP - your visual and interactive guide to this increasingly important procedure!
  • Apply the latest ERCP techniques with 11 new chapters covering Cholangioscopy: Videocholangioscopy; Echoendoscopic Ultrasound; Endoscopic Ultrasound; Combined Biliary and Duodenal Obstruction; and more.
  • Enhance your learning with the help of summaries following each chapter, updated images throughout, and a wealth of illustrative diagrams demonstrating key information.
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Table of Contents

Section Title Page Action Price
Front cover cover
Endsheet 2 IFC1
ERCP i
Copyright page iv
Dedication v
List of Contributors vi
Foreword xi
Acknowledgments xii
Table of Contents xiii
Video Contents xv
I General Topics 1
1 Four Decades: 2
ERCP in Its Infancy 2
The Second Decade 7
The Third Decade 8
ERCP in the New Millennium 8
The Future of ERCP 9
Acknowledgments 9
References 9.e1
2 The ERCP Room 10
Evolution of the ERCP Room 10
Staffing for the ERCP Procedure 10
Room Layout 10
Radiologic Imaging Equipment 12
Room Integration Systems 13
Endoscopist Work Area 13
Intra-Procedure 13
Pre- and Post-Procedure Work Area 13
Anesthesia or Sedation Work Area 14
Nursing and Technician Work Area 14
Miscellaneous Issues 15
References 15.e1
3 Radiologic Issues and Radiation Safety during ERCP 16
Fluoroscopic Imaging Systems 16
Radiation Dose Management in Fluoroscopic Procedures 18
Occupational Ionizing Radiation Exposure 19
Creating and Viewing Images 20
Bile Duct Evaluation 23
Pancreatic Duct Evaluation 24
General Imaging Considerations 26
References 31.e1
4 Endoscopes, Guidewires, and Accessories 32
Endoscopes 32
Side-Viewing Endoscopes 32
Forward-Viewing Endoscopes 32
Balloon-Assisted Enteroscopes 32
Echoendoscopes 32
Accessories 33
Standard Cannulation Catheters 33
Sphincterotomes 34
Access Sphincterotomes 34
Guidewires 35
Wire Safety 36
Exchange Assistance Devices (Short-Wire ERCP Systems) 36
Rapid Exchange Biliary System 36
Fusion System 37
V-System 37
Drainage Devices 38
Plastic Stents 38
Self-Expandable Metal Stents 39
Nasobiliary and Pancreatic Drainage Catheters 40
Tissue Sampling Devices 40
Stricture Dilation Devices 40
Stone Extraction Accessories 41
Mechanical Lithotriptors 41
Cholangiopancreatoscopy 41
Intraductal Ultrasound Probes 42
Probe-Based Confocal Laser Endomicroscopy (pCLE) 43
Other Accessories 43
Radiographic Contrast Media Used in ERCP 43
Accessories for Use in Patients with Altered Anatomy 44
Single-Use versus Reusable Accessories 44
Storage of Accessories 44
Role of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in Device Evaluation and Monitoring 44
Radiation Exposure 44
References 45.e1
5 Sedation in ERCP 46
Defining the Continuum of Sedation 46
Defining Sedation-Related Adverse Events 47
Safety of Alternative Approaches to Sedation in ERCP 47
Anesthesiologist-Administered Sedation 47
Nonanesthesiologist-Administered (Endoscopist-Administered) Sedation 47
Risk Assessment 48
Monitoring 48
Conclusion 49
References 50.e1
6 Indications for and Contraindications to ERCP 51
Indications for and Contraindications to ERCP 51
Indications for ERCP 52
Special Cases 55
Contraindications to ERCP 55
References 56.e1
7 Adverse Events of ERCP: 57
Definitions of Complications, Adverse Events, Unplanned Events and Other Negative Outcomes 57
Analyses of Adverse Event Rates 57
Overall Adverse Events of ERCP and Sphincterotomy 57
Pancreatitis 58
Patient-Related Risk Factors for Post-ERCP Pancreatitis 59
Technique-Related Risk Factors for Post-ERCP Pancreatitis 60
Specific Techniques to Reduce Risk of Post-ERCP Pancreatitis 60
Pharmacological Agents 62
Prevention and Treatment of Post-ERCP Pancreatitis 62
Hemorrhage 62
Risk Factors for Hemorrhage after Sphincterotomy 63
Methods to Prevent and Treat Hemorrhage 63
Perforation 63
Cholangitis and Cholecystitis 64
Long-Term Adverse Events and Sequelae 64
Operator Experience and Adverse Events 65
References 65.e1
8 ERCP Training 66
Clinical Training in ERCP 66
Other Guidelines 67
Maintenance of ERCP Skills 68
Training Models and Simulators 68
ERCP Training in Live Animals 68
Ex Vivo Porcine Tissue Models (Composite and Explanted Organ Simulators) 69
Computer Simulators 70
Mechanical Models 70
Comparison of ERCP Training Models 70
Acquiring Teaching Skills as a Tutor for Hands-On Workshops 71
Open Questions and Perspectives for ERCP Training in the Future 72
References 72.e1
9 Preparation for ERCP 73
Should This Patient Undergo ERCP? 73
When, Where, and by Whom? 73
Evaluation of the Patient Prior to ERCP 73
History and Physical Examination 73
Laboratory Testing 74
Review of Imaging Studies 74
Preparing the Patient—Day(s) Prior to ERCP 74
Management of Antithrombotic Agents 74
Antiplatelet Agents 74
Anticoagulants 75
Duration of Fasting 75
Method of Sedation, Proper Personnel, and Patient Monitoring 75
Selecting Sedation for ERCP 75
Proper Personnel 76
Proper Monitoring and Intervention Equipment 76
Preparing the Endoscopy Team 76
Preparing the Patient—Day of the ERCP 77
Informed Consent 77
Periprocedural Antibiotics 77
Positioning the Patient and Preparing for Radiography 77
Reviewing Intravenous Access and Allergies 78
References 79.e1
10 Principles of Electrosurgery 80
A Brief History of Electrosurgery and ERCP 80
Basics of Electricity as Applied to Electrosurgery 80
Basics of Electricity 80
The Electrosurgical Unit 81
Monopolar versus Bipolar Circuits 81
Maximizing Safety 81
Pacemakers 82
Neuromuscular Stimulation 82
Current Leaks 82
Clinical Applications of Electrosurgery in ERCP 82
Sphincterotomy 82
Needle-Knife Access Papillotomy 83
Electrohydraulic Lithotripsy (EHL) 83
Ampullectomy or Papillectomy 83
Pseudocyst Drainage and Necrosectomy 83
Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) in the Bile Duct 83
References 84.e1
11 Quality Issues and Measures in ERCP 85
Preprocedure Quality Indicators 85
Appropriate Indication 85
Informed Consent 86
Assessment of Procedural Difficulty 87
Prophylactic Antibiotics 87
Intraprocedure Quality Indicators 87
Cannulation Rates 88
Removal of Common Bile Duct Stones 88
Stent Placement for Biliary Obstruction below the Bifurcation 88
Postprocedure Quality Indicators 89
Comprehensive Documentation 89
Adverse Event Rates 89
Fluoroscopy Duration 90
Initiating Quality Measurements 90
Summary 90
References 91.e1
12 Medicolegal Issues in ERCP 92
How Often Are Gastroenterologists and Endoscopists Sued? 92
How Common Are Lawsuits Involving ERCP? 92
What Are The Key Legal Principles? 93
Elements of a Malpractice Case: The Principles of Tort Law 93
Duty 93
Breach of Duty 93
Causation 93
Injury 93
Standards of Care and Guidelines 93
Guidelines 93
Who May Be Liable? 94
Employer Liability 94
Preceptor 94
Proctor 94
Administrator 94
Hospital Liability 94
Summary 94
Informed Consent 94
Theory of Informed Consent 95
Material Risks 95
Controversial Areas 95
Exceptions to Informed Consent 95
Informed Refusal 95
Legal Consequences of Failing to Obtain Informed Consent 95
Why Do ERCP Lawsuits Occur? 96
Marginal Indications 96
Poor Communications 96
Poor Endoscopic Technique 96
Sedation or Anesthesia Problems 96
Poor Aftercare 96
Nosocomial Infection 97
Delay in Performing ERCP 97
How to Minimize the Risk of Litigation 97
Training and Accountability 97
Levels of Complexity in Training and Practice 97
How Is Competence Ensured and Documented? 97
Certification? 98
Recognizing Higher Risk Situations 98
Higher Risk Patients 98
Higher Risk Procedures 98
The Context of the Procedure 98
Risk–Benefit 98
Professional Behavior 98
Doing Informed Consent Right 99
Documenting the Consent Process: “He Said, She Said” 99
Special Care Needed with “Open Access” and Urgent ERCP 99
Live Teaching Demonstrations 99
Managing Adverse Events 101
If You Are Sued 101
Expert Testimony 101
Summary 102
References 102.e1
II Techniques 103
13 Cannulation of the Major Papilla 104
Establishing the Duodenal Position 104
Devices and Equipment (see also Chapter 4) 105
Cannulation Technique 105
Wire or Contrast? 105
Papilla Assessment and Basic Technique 106
Small Papilla 109
Periampullary Diverticulum 109
Difficult Cannulation 110
Repeated Cannulation of the Pancreatic Duct without Biliary Access 110
Needle-Knife Sphincterotomy (see also Chapter 14) 113
NKS Technique 113
Cannulation of the Pancreatic Duct 114
Quality and Enhancing Outcomes (see also Chapter 11) 115
References 115.e1
14 Access (Precut) Papillotomy 116
Indication for Precut Papillotomy 116
Precut Accessories 116
Techniques 117
Needle-Knife from the Orifice 117
Needle-Knife above the Orifice (Fistulotomy) 118
Needle Knife with an Insulated Tip 119
Short-Nose Precut Sphincterotomy 120
Transpancreatic Sphincterotomy 120
Unconventional Techniques 120
Use of Pancreatic Stents 120
Adverse Events 121
Pancreatitis 122
Bleeding 123
Perforation 123
Failed Access and Cost 123
Summary 123
References 123.e1
15 Sphincter of Oddi Manometry 124
Method of SOM 124
Sedation 124
Equipment 125
Technical Performance of SOM (Video 15.1) 126
Interpretation Criteria 127
Reproducibility of SOM 128
Adverse Events of SOM 128
Summary 128
References 128.e1
16 Biliary Sphincterotomy 129
Description of the Technique 129
Instruments (see also Chapter 4) 129
Procedure 130
ES in Patients with Difficult Anatomy 133
Alternatives to ES 134
Indications 134
Contraindications 135
Adverse Events and Their Management 135
ES-Related Pancreatitis 135
ES-Related Hemorrhage 136
ES-Related Perforation 137
ES-Related Cholangitis 137
Long-Term Consequences of ES 137
References 138.e1
17 Balloon Dilation of the Native and Postsphincterotomy Papilla 139
Technique of Balloon Dilation of the Native Papilla 139
Indications for EPBD 140
Limitations and Recommendation of EPBD 140
Adverse Events of EPBD 141
Endoscopic Papillary Large Balloon Dilation (EPLBD) after Endoscopic Biliary Sphincterotomy (ES) 145
Technique of Large Balloon Dilation of Postsphincterotomy Papilla 146
Adverse Events of EPLBD after ES 147
EPLBD without Preceding Sphincterotomy (ES) 149
Summary 150
References 151.e1
18 Stone Extraction 152
Indications and Contraindications 152
Indications 152
Contraindications 153
Description of Technique 153
Removal of an Impacted Ampullary Stone 153
Balloon Stone Extraction 153
Basket Stone Extraction 156
Relative Cost of Stone Retrieval Balloons and Baskets 158
Mechanical Lithotripsy 158
Intraductal Lithotripsy 162
Methods of POC 162
Electrohydraulic Lithotripsy 163
Laser Lithotripsy 163
Management of Cystic Duct Stones 163
Adverse Events and Their Management 163
Extraction Balloons 163
Extraction Baskets 164
Mechanical Lithotripsy 164
Intraductal Lithotripsy 165
Summary 165
References 165.e1
19 Pancreatic Sphincterotomy 166
Endoscopic Pancreatic Sphincterotomy 166
Preparation 166
Equipment 166
The Endoscopic Technique 167
Pull-Type Sphincterotomy 168
Needle-Knife Sphincterotomy 170
Precut Pancreatic Sphincterotomy 170
Indications for Pancreatic Sphincterotomy 171
Pancreatic Sphincterotomy as Primary Therapy 171
Pancreas Divisum and Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction 171
Chronic Pancreatitis 173
Pancreatic Sphincterotomy as Secondary Therapy 175
Adverse Events of Pancreatic Sphincterotomy 175
The Cost of Pancreatic Sphincterotomy 176
References 177.e1
20 Minor Papilla Cannulation and Sphincterotomy 178
Indications for Minor Papilla Cannulation and Sphincterotomy 178
Sedation, Supplemental Drugs, and ERCP Accessories 178
Sedation 178
Supplemental Drugs 179
ERCP Accessories 179
Minor Papilla Cannulation (Video 20.1) 180
Cannulating the Minor Papilla in Difficult Cases 181
Minor Papilla Sphincterotomy 182
Techniques for Minor Papilla Sphincterotomy 182
Sphincterotomy with Pull-Type Sphincterotome 183
Sphincterotomy with Needle Knife over Pancreatic Stent 184
Sphincterotomy with Wire-Assisted Needle Knife 184
Pull-Type or Needle-Knife Sphincterotome: Pros and Cons 184
Postprocedural Stenting of the Minor Papilla 185
Precut Sphincterotomy Technique 185
Repeat Minor Papilla Sphincterotomy 186
Outcomes of Minor Papilla Sphincterotomy 186
Adverse Events 186
References 187.e1
21 Plastic Pancreaticobiliary Stents and Nasopancreaticobiliary Tubes: 188
Stent Systems 188
Endoscope Requirements 188
Description of Technique: Biliary 188
Distal Biliary Obstruction 188
Stents for Irretrievable Bile Duct Stones 193
Hilar Biliary Obstruction 194
Nasobiliary Tubes 194
Pancreatic Duct Stent Insertion 196
Nasopancreatic Tubes 196
Drainage of Pancreatic Fluid Collections 196
Indications and Contraindications 197
Biliary Indications 197
Pancreatic Indications 197
Adverse Events 198
Relative Cost 199
References 199.e1
22 Biliary Metal Stent Insertion 200
Indications 200
SEMS versus Plastic Stents 200
SEMS for Benign Biliary Disease 201
Types of SEMS 201
Covered versus Uncovered SEMS 201
Uncovered SEMS 202
Wallstent 202
Wallflex 202
Zilver 203
Niti Stents 203
Flexxus 204
Covered SEMS 205
Wallstent 205
Wallflex 205
Viabil 205
Other SEMS 205
Techniques for SEMS Placement 206
Duodenoscope 206
Cholangiogram 206
Sphincterotomy 206
Dilation 206
Stent Selection 206
Use of Guidewire 206
SEMS Positioning 206
Endoscopic and Fluoroscopic Guidance 207
Deployment 208
Rendezvous Technique 208
Hilar Strictures 208
Duodenal Obstruction 208
Adverse Events and Their Management 210
Relative Cost 211
SEMS versus Plastic 211
Summary 211
References 211.e1
23 Pancreaticobiliary Stent Removal: 212
Removal of Biliary Stents 212
Indications and Contraindications 213
Time for Stent Removal 214
Techniques 214
Direct Grasping Technique 215
Indirect Grasping Technique 215
Lasso Technique 215
Soehendra Stent Retriever Technique 215
Fogarty Balloon Technique 215
Covered Stent in Uncovered Stent Technique 216
Trimming of SEMS 217
Other Techniques and Variations of the Previous Techniques 217
Adverse Events and Management 218
Relative Costs and Choice of Technique 218
Removal of Pancreatic Stents 218
Indications and Contraindications 219
Time for Stent Removal 219
Techniques 219
Adverse Events and Management 221
Relative Costs and Choice of Technique 221
Summary 221
References 221.e1
24 Papillectomy and Ampullectomy 222
Treatment Options 222
Considerations in FAP 222
Technique (Box 24.1) 223
Initial Endoscopic Assessment 223
1. Conventional Endoscopy 223
2. Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) and Intraductal Endoscopic Ultrasound (IDUS) 224
3. Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) 225
Endoscopic Papillectomy 225
1. Snare Excision 225
2. Electrosurgical Currents: Cutting versus Coagulation 226
3. En Bloc versus Piecemeal Resection 226
4. Role of Submucosal Injection 227
5. Infrequently Performed Novel Techniques 227
6. Specimen Retrieval and Preparation 227
7. Pre-Resection Sphincterotomy 227
8. Postpapillectomy Sphincterotomy 227
9. Postpapillectomy Stents: Pancreatic and Biliary 228
10. Adjunctive Therapy and Thermal Ablation 228
Postpapillectomy Surveillance 229
Indications and Contraindications (Box 24.2) 229
Adverse Events and Their Management (Boxes 24.3 and 24.4) 230
Success 231
Relative Cost Savings 232
Subepithelial Lesions 232
Summary 233
References 233.e1
25 Pancreatoscopy 234
Description of Technique 234
Equipment 234
Pancreatoscope 234
Light Source and Image Processor 235
Endoscopic Procedure 236
Indications 236
Differentiation of Stenosis of the Main Pancreatic Duct (Benign or Malignant) 236
Intraductal Papillary Mucinous Neoplasm (IPMN) 237
Further Investigation and Management of Chronic Pancreatitis 237
Video Pancreatoscopic Findings in Various Types of Pancreatic Diseases 238
Normal Case 238
Chronic Pancreatitis 238
Ductal Stenosis 238
IPMN 239
New Trends in Peroral Pancreatoscopy 241
Adverse Events 242
Relative Costs 242
Conclusion 242
References 242.e1
26 Cholangioscopy 243
Introduction 243
Videocholangioscopy 244
Videocholangioscopy Using the Mother-Baby System 244
Description of the Technique 244
Technique: Diagnostic and Therapeutic 245
Adverse Events and Limitations 246
Videocholangioscopy by the Direct Insertion System 246
Description of the Technique 246
Technique: Diagnostic and Therapeutic 247
Adverse Events and Limitations 247
Acknowledgement 248
Single-Operator Cholangiopancreatoscopy Using the Spyglass Direct Visualization System 248
Equipment 248
Technique 248
Clinical Use and Efficacy (Figs. 26.10 to 26.12) 248
Intraductal Lithotripsy 248
Difficult Biliary Stones Using SOC-S 248
Pancreatic Stone Therapy Using SOC-S 249
SOC-S Evaluation of Indeterminate Biliary Strictures 250
Reimbursement and Limitations 252
Adverse Events 252
Summary 253
References 253.e1
27 ERCP in Children 254
Description of Technique (Box 27.1) 254
Procedure Setting 254
Endoscopist 254
Sedation 254
Fluoroscopy 254
Supplemental Medications 255
Endoscopic Equipment 255
Technique 255
Indications and Contraindications (Box 27.2) 257
Diagnostic and Therapeutic Indications 257
Biliary Indications 257
Neonatal Cholestasis 257
Cholelithiasis and Choledocholithiasis 257
Choledochal Anomalies 259
Biliary Strictures and Leaks 260
Unusual Biliary Infections 261
Sphincter of Oddi Dysmotility 261
Pancreatic Indications 262
Acute Pancreatitis 262
Persistent, Recurrent, and Chronic Pancreatitis 262
Adverse Events 263
Relative Costs 263
References 263.e1
28 ERCP in Pregnancy 264
Indication 264
Alternative Diagnostic Imaging Modalities 264
Timing 265
Radiation Exposure during ERCP 266
Positioning, Sedation, and Medications 266
Techniques 267
Outcomes after ERCP during Pregnancy 268
Summary 268
References 269.e1
29 ERCP in Surgically Altered Anatomy 270
Surgery That May Affect the Performance or Interpretation of ERCP 270
Esophageal Resection 270
Gastric Resection 270
Billroth I 270
Billroth II 270
Roux-en-Y Gastrectomy 275
Total Gastrectomy 276
Upper GI Bypass Surgery without Resection 277
Gastrojejunostomy 277
Duodenal Bypass 278
Bariatric Surgery 278
Malabsorptive-Jejunoileal Bypass 278
Biliopancreatic Diversion and Duodenal Switch 278
Restrictive Surgery 279
Gastric Bypass 280
Pancreatic Resection 281
Conventional Whipple Procedure 281
Pylorus-Preserving Whipple Procedure 283
Pancreaticogastrostomy 283
Other Pancreatic Resective Surgery 283
Pancreatic Duct Drainage Procedures 283
Puestow Procedure 283
Frey’s Procedure 283
Duval Procedure 283
Biliary Surgery 284
Choledochoduodenostomy 284
Roux-en-Y Hepaticojejunostomy 284
Cholecystojejunostomy 284
Liver Transplantation 284
Hepaticocutaneous Jejunostomy 286
Endoscopic Techniques Commonly Employed for ERCP in Surgically Altered Anatomy 287
Performing a Rendezvous Procedure 287
Choosing an Intestinal Anastomotic Opening to Enter 287
Navigating through the Small Intestine 287
ERCP Accessories 288
Summary 288
References 288.e1
30 Echoendoscopic Ultrasound–Guided Biliary Drainage 289
Equipment 289
Interventional Echoendoscopes 289
Needles and Accessories for Drainage 289
EUS-Guided Rendezvous Technique (Fig. 30.2) 290
EUS-Guided Choledochoduodenostomy 290
Technique of Left Hepaticogastrostomy under EUS Guidance (HGE) (Fig. 30.3) 291
Place of the Biliodigestive Anastomosis Guided by EUS in Comparison with ERCP 291
Choledochoduodenostomyl 291
Hepaticogastrostomy 293
Cost Comparisons 293
Summary 293
References 293.e1
31 Endoscopic Ultrasound–Assisted Access to the Pancreatic Duct 294
Description of Technique 294
Preprocedure Considerations 294
Equipment Selection 294
Nomenclature 295
Techniques 295
Transpapillary/Transanastomotic Approach (with Retrograde Stent Placement) 295
Transpapillary/Transanastomotic Approach (with Antegrade Stent Placement) 295
Transluminal Access and Drainage 295
Technical Success and Outcome 298
Indications and Training 299
Indications 299
Training and Experience 299
Technical Difficulties, Adverse Events, and Their Management 299
Relative Cost 300
Summary 300
References 300.e1
III Approach to Clinical Problems 301
32 Pancreas Divisum, Biliary Cysts, and Other Congenital Anomalies 302
Ampullary Anomalies 302
Ectopic Major Papilla 302
Anomalous Pancreaticobiliary Junction 302
Biliary Anomalies 302
Variations of Bile Duct Anatomy 302
Biliary Cysts 305
Pancreatic Anomalies 308
Pancreas Divisum 308
Embryology and Terminology 308
Diagnosis 308
Association with Pancreatitis 308
Incomplete Pancreas Divisum 312
Annular Pancreas 312
References 312.e1
33 Approach to the Dilated Bile Duct and Pneumobilia 313
The Dilated Bile Duct 313
Background 313
Defining Dilated Bile Ducts 313
Etiology 314
Evaluation 315
Clinical Evaluation 316
Biochemical Evaluation 316
Imaging 316
Ultrasound 316
Computed Tomography 316
Magnetic Resonance Imaging 317
Endoscopic Ultrasound 318
Cholangiography 318
Biliary Scintigraphy 319
Approach to the Dilated Duct 319
Pneumobilia 320
Background 320
Defining Pneumobilia 320
Etiology 321
Evaluation 321
Imaging 321
Clinical Evaluation 321
Approach to the Patient with Pneumobilia 322
References 322.e1
34 The Dilated Pancreatic Duct 323
Evaluation 323
Clinical 323
Laboratory Evaluation 324
Imaging and Endoscopy 324
Treatment 326
Medical Therapy 326
Endoscopic Therapy 326
Surgical Therapy 329
Conclusions 329
References 329.e1
35 Ampullary Neoplasia 330
Symptoms and Signs 330
Diagnostic Workup and Evaluation 330
Endoscopy 330
ERCP 332
Forceps Biopsy 332
Transabdominal Ultrasound, CT, and MRI 332
Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) 332
Intraductal Ultrasound (IDUS) 333
Colonoscopy 334
Pathology 334
Adenoma 334
Carcinoma 335
Neuroendocrine Tumors 336
Lymphoma 336
Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor (GIST) 336
Ampullary Adenomas and FAP Syndrome 336
Pathogenesis of Ampullary Adenoma and FAP Syndrome 337
Treatment 337
Adenomas 337
Carcinomas 338
Conclusions 338
References 341.e1
36 Malignant Biliary Obstruction: 342
Epidemiology 342
Natural History 343
Clinical Features 344
Differential Diagnosis of Distal Biliary Malignancies and Imaging Techniques 344
Ampullary Carcinoma 344
Pancreatic Cancer 344
Cholangiocarcinoma 346
Metastatic Disease 346
An Approach to the Management of Patients with Distal Biliary Malignancies 346
Curative Surgery 347
Palliation 348
Endoscopic Stenting 348
Background 348
Indications for Biliary Stenting 348
Plastic Stents 348
Self-Expandable Metal Stents 350
Stent Choices for Palliation of Malignant Biliary Obstruction 352
Percutaneous Approach to Biliary Drainage 353
Surgical Palliation 354
Adjuvant Chemotherapy 354
Summary 355
References 355.e1
37 Malignant Biliary Obstruction of the Hilum and Proximal Bile Ducts 356
Cholangiocarcinoma 356
Anatomy of Bile Ducts 356
Segmental Liver Anatomy 356
Bismuth-Corlette Classification 357
Clinical Presentation 357
Diagnostic Evaluation in Patients with Hilar and Proximal Biliary Obstruction 358
Laboratory Studies 358
Routine Blood Work 358
Tumor Markers 358
Radiographic Evaluation 359
Endoscopic Evaluation 359
EUS 359
ERCP 359
Intraductal Ultrasound (IDUS) 359
Cholangioscopy 359
Confocal Laser Endomicroscopy (CLE) 360
Narrow Band Imaging (NBI) and Chromoendoscopy 360
Tissue Diagnosis 360
Cytology 361
Pathology 361
Management 361
Surgical Resection 361
Preoperative Biliary Drainage 361
Biliary Drainage in Patients with Hilar or Proximal Biliary Obstruction 361
Surgical Drainage 361
PTC versus ERCP 361
EUS-Guided Biliary Drainage 362
Image-Guided Biliary Drainage 362
General Principles 362
Technique of ERCP 362
SEMS versus Plastic Stents 363
Local Ablative Techniques 363
Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) 364
Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) 364
Conclusion 364
References 364.e1
38 Indeterminate Biliary Stricture 365
Historical Features 365
Laboratory Features 365
Noninvasive Cross-Sectional Imaging 366
Invasive Imaging Techniques 368
Tissue Acquisition and Pathologic Investigations 371
Brush Cytology 371
Intraductal Transmucosal Fine-Needle Aspiration 372
Intraductal Forceps Biopsies 373
Confocal Laser Endomicroscopy 374
Ancillary Techniques 374
References 377.e1
39 Combined Biliary and Duodenal Obstruction 378
Background and Overview 378
Comparison of Surgical versus Endoscopic Palliation 378
Type 1-2-3 System 379
Endoscopic Treatment of Type 1 Obstruction 379
Endoscopic Treatment of Type 2 Obstruction 379
Endoscopic Treatment of Type 3 Obstruction 381
Additional Scenarios 381
Clinical Trials Regarding Endoscopic Treatment of Combined Biliary and Duodenal Obstruction 381
Adverse Events 382
Conclusion 382
References 382.e1
40 Benign Biliary Strictures 383
Clinical Features 383
Diagnosis 383
Management 383
Endoscopic Technique 384
Negotiating the Stricture 384
Dilation of the Stricture 384
Outcomes of Endotherapy 385
Plastic Stents 385
Self-Expandable Metal Stents 386
Adverse Events 387
Conclusions 388
References 388.e1
41 Biliary Surgery Adverse Events Including Liver Transplantation 389
Physiological Basis of ERCP Techniques in the Treatment of Biliary Surgery Adverse Events 389
Decreasing Intrabiliary Pressure 389
Bypassing Bile Flow 389
Sealing the Leak 389
Stricture Dilation 389
ERCP for Management of Biliary Adverse Events Following Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy (LC) 391
Nature and Magnitude of Biliary Injury 391
Flow through the Leak 392
Time to Diagnosis 392
Treatment of Infected Biliary Collections and Related Infectious Adverse Events 392
Surgical Risk 392
ERCP and Bile Leaks after Hepatic Resection 392
Retained Common Bile Stones 394
Biliary Adverse Events of T-Tubes 394
Sump Syndrome 395
Postcholecystectomy Syndrome 396
Endoscopic Treatment of Biliary Disorders through a Subcutaneously Placed Afferent Limb of a Choledochojejunostomy 396
Biliary Adverse Events in Patients with Surgically Altered Anatomy 396
Special Considerations for Liver Transplant Patients 397
Bile Leaks and Fistulae after Liver Transplantation 398
Biliary Strictures Following Liver Transplantation 399
Filling Defects and the Biliary Cast Syndrome 399
Endoscopic Management of Recurrent Biliary Disease after Liver Transplantation 400
Miscellaneous Transplant ERCP 400
Summary 401
References 401.e1
42 ERCP for Acute and Chronic Adverse Events of Pancreatic Surgery and Pancreatic Trauma 402
Pancreaticoduodenectomy (Whipple Operation) with and without Pylorus Preservation 402
Anatomy 402
Role of Endoscopy in the Management of Adverse Events 402
Biliary Obstruction 404
Bilioenteric Anastomotic Stricture 404
Afferent Limb Obstruction 404
Miscellaneous 404
Other Treatment Options for Biliary and Pancreatic Ductal Obstruction 404
Interventional Radiology (IR) and ERCP 405
Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) and ERCP 405
Distal and Central Pancreatectomy 406
Anatomy 406
Adverse Events 406
Role of Endoscopy in Patients with Distal Pancreatectomy 406
Puestow or Longitudinal Pancreatojejunostomy 407
Anatomy 407
Index 513
A 513
B 514
C 515
D 517
E 518
F 519
G 519
H 519
I 520
J 520
K 521
L 521
M 521
N 522
O 522
P 522
Q 525
R 525
S 526
T 527
U 528
V 528
W 528
Z 528
Endsheet 7 IBC1