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Endoscopy 1989; 21(2): 70-74
DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-1012903
© Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New York
DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-1012903
New Modalities for Treating Chronic Pancreatitis
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Publication Date:
17 March 2008 (online)
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Summary
Over the last few years, a new method, neither medical nor surgical, has been developed for treating often difficult-to-treat chronic pancreatitis. In the case of obstructive pancreatitis, endoscopy permits both drainage and calculus extraction. Even encrusted concrements and calcifications can be removed from the pancreatic duct with the aid of extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy. The first aim is to relieve pain by restoring a free flow of secretion. Perhaps the use of endoscopic treatment in the early stages will break the vicious circle of chronic inflammation and ulilmate gland destruction.
Key words:
Obstructive pancreatitis - Endoscopic drainage - Lithotripsy