Endoscopic Closure of Gastrointestinal Fistulae and Leaks.
The development of new endoscopic techniques, such as gastrointestinal (GI) stenting, full-thickness suturing, clip application, and use of tissue adhesives, has had a significant impact on management of GI fistulae. These techniques have shown promising results, but further study is needed to optimize the efficacy of long-term closure. The advancement of endoscopic techniques, including the use of the lumen apposing metal stent (LAMS), has allowed for the deliberate creation of fistula tracts to apply endoscopic therapy that previously could not be achieved. This article examines the rapidly evolving area of endoscopic fistula closure and its relationship to LAMS.
['Cho|Jaehoon|J|', 'Sahakian|Ara B|AB|']
D057868:Anastomotic Leak D016154:Digestive System Fistula D016099:Endoscopy, Gastrointestinal D006801:Humans D019919:Prosthesis Implantation D015607:Stents D013525:Surgical Instruments D013536:Suture Techniques D014014:Tissue Adhesives
Fistula Leak Lumen-apposing metal stent