Update on Endoscopic Management of Main Pancreatic Duct Stones in Chronic Calcific Pancreatitis
The Korean Journal of Internal Medicine
; : 20-29, 2012.
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ABSTRACT
Pancreatic duct stones are a common complication during the natural course of chronic pancreatitis and often contribute to additional pain and pancreatitis. Abdominal pain, one of the major symptoms of chronic pancreatitis, is believed to be caused in part by obstruction of the pancreatic duct system (by stones or strictures) resulting in increasing intraductal pressure and parenchymal ischemia. Pancreatic stones can be managed by surgery, endoscopy, or extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy. In this review, updated management of pancreatic duct stones is discussed.
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Main subject:
Pancreatic Ducts
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Lithotripsy
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Calcinosis
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Calculi
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Catheterization
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Abdominal Pain
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Stents
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Treatment Outcome
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Sphincterotomy, Endoscopic
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Evidence-Based Medicine
Limits:
Humans
Language:
En
Journal:
The Korean Journal of Internal Medicine
Year:
2012
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Article