A novel endoscopic treatment of hemosuccus pancreaticus: a stent tree tamponade

JOP. 2012 May 10;13(3):312-3.

Abstract

Context: Hemosuccus pancreaticus is a rare cause of intermittent upper gastrointestinal bleeding, commonly caused by aneurysmal rupture. Prompt diagnosis and treatment is required. The standard treatment involves embolization via interventional radiology or a surgical approach.

Case report: We report a novel endoscopic approach to hemosuccus pancreaticus with a successful tamponade via pancreatic biliary stents and resolution clips.

Conclusion: This is the only report of endoscopy as a therapeutic modality in a case of hemosuccus pancreaticus.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Ampulla of Vater / surgery*
  • Balloon Occlusion / methods*
  • Common Bile Duct Diseases / surgery*
  • Endoscopy, Digestive System / methods*
  • Female
  • Hemorrhage / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Stents*
  • Surgical Instruments
  • Treatment Outcome