[A case of an acute pancreatitis after endoscopic band ligation of esophageal varices: a strong association or an unusual complication?].

Background: Endoscopic band ligation is considered as the gold standard of treatment for oesophageal varices. Fewer and often mild complications can occur.

Aim: To report and to discuss an association between oesophageal variceal endoscopic band ligation and actue pancreatitis.