Using Metal Stents to Treat Pelvic Abscesses
Author Information
Author(s): Kenneth W. Chow, Nicholas A. Cumpian, Ranjit Makar, Pejman Zargar, Fouzia Oza, Idrees Suliman, Viktor Eysselein, Sofiya Reicher, Antonio Facciorusso
Primary Institution: Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Hypothesis
Can EUS-guided lumen-apposing metal stents (LAMS) effectively manage complex pelvic abscesses?
Conclusion
EUS-guided LAMS-assisted drainage is a safe and effective method for managing complex pelvic abscesses.
Supporting Evidence
- All patients had resolution of symptoms and pelvic abscesses after LAMS placement confirmed by imaging.
- The average hospital length of stay was 10.5 days.
- There were no complications such as bleeding or stent migration.
- Patients were discharged relatively quickly after LAMS placement.
Takeaway
Doctors used special metal tubes to help drain infections in the belly, and it worked really well for all the patients.
Methodology
The study analyzed data from patients who underwent EUS-guided LAMS placements for pelvic abscesses over a four-year period.
Potential Biases
The lack of a control group limits the ability to compare outcomes with other drainage methods.
Limitations
The study is retrospective and from a single center, which may limit the generalizability of the results.
Participant Demographics
Mean age was 39 years, with 82% male participants.
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