Use of ERCP in the diagnosis of internal pancreatic fistula

M Sottomayor, Sottomayor M, Chong RN, R N Chong, Dawson M, M Dawson
Gut · 1978 · vol. 19(3) , pp. 244–6 · doi:10.1136/gut.19.3.244 · PMID:631646 · PMC1411912
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ERCP successfully diagnosed two cases of internal pancreatic fistula causing pancreatic ascites, demonstrating its utility as a diagnostic technique that may guide future treatment decisions.

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Abstract

Two cases of internal pancreatic fistula, causing pancreatic ascites, were demonstrated by the use of ERCP. This new technique is a useful way of establishing the diagnosis, and treatment may in the future be determined by the ERCP findings.

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Pancreatic Fistula Adult Ascites Ascites Endoscopy Endoscopy Female Humans Male Pancreas Pancreas Pancreatic Fistula Pancreatic Fistula Radiography

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