AI Article Synopsis

  • The study reports on the effectiveness of CT/US-guided percutaneous drainage in treating pancreatic pseudocysts in 35 patients.
  • 27 patients recovered without needing surgery, while 8 had to undergo further surgery due to recurrence of their condition.
  • The text highlights the advantages of using CT over US for better safety and precision in localizing and guiding the drainage procedure.

Article Abstract

The results of CT/US-guided percutaneous drainage in 35 patients with pancreatic pseudocysts are reported. 27 patients recovered without surgery and no further treatment was required. 8 patients required a subsequent surgery due to recurrence. The role of CT/US-guided percutaneous drainage in pancreatic pseudocysts as well as an analysis of the technical aspects associated with a successful procedure are discussed. Although US may be used, we believe CT is safer and allows more precise localisation and guidance in the treatment of pseudocysts.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.1055/s-2008-1033254DOI Listing

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