Publications by authors named "Antonio Pinto Correia"
Aim: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of endoscopic sphincterotomy (EST) + endoscopic papillary large balloon dilation (EPLBD) vs isolated EST.
Methods: We conducted a retrospective single center study over two years, from February 2010 to January 2012. Patients with large (≥ 10 mm), single or multiple bile duct stones (BDS), submitted to endoscopic retrograde cholangio-pancreatography (ERCP) were included.
Aim: To assess the efficacy and safety of endoscopic papillary large balloon dilation after biliary sphincterotomy for difficult bile duct stones retrieval.
Methods: Retrospective review of consecutive patients submitted to the technique during 18 mo. The main outcomes considered were: efficacy of the procedure (complete stone clearance; number of sessions; need of lithotripsy) and complications.
Objective: The risk of recurrence has limited the acceptability of conservative therapies of gallbladder stones. The aim of the present study was to determine the long-term rate of stone recurrence and its risk factors after successful extracorporeal shock-wave lithotripsy (ESWL).
Material And Methods: The study comprised a prospective ultrasound follow-up at yearly intervals or whenever biliary pain was reported.
Article Synopsis
- A study compared the quality of life of patients who had successful treatment for gallbladder stones through extra-corporeal shock-wave lithotripsy versus those who had cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal).
- Both groups reported high quality of life scores, but those who received lithotripsy had slightly better scores overall, especially regarding digestive issues like nausea.
- The findings suggest that while both treatments lead to good outcomes, lithotripsy may result in fewer digestive complaints compared to cholecystectomy, which could lead to a more comfortable recovery.