Update on Endoscopic Treatment of Chronic Pancreatitis
The Korean Journal of Internal Medicine
;
: 169-179, 2009.
Article
in English
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| ID: wpr-150695
ABSTRACT
Endoscopic therapy has been increasingly recognized as the effective therapy in selected patients with chronic pancreatitis. Utility of endotherapy in various conditions occurring in chronic pancreatitis is discussed. Its efficacy, limitations, and alternatives are addressed. For the best management of these complex entities, a multidisciplinary approach involving expertise in all pancreatic specialties is essential to achieve the goal.
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Main subject:
Pancreatic Ducts
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Pancreatic Pseudocyst
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Bile Ducts
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Stents
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Sphincterotomy, Endoscopic
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Enteral Nutrition
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Pancreatitis, Chronic
Limits:
Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
The Korean Journal of Internal Medicine
Year:
2009
Type:
Article
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