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ENDOSCOPY
Volume 43, Issue 6, Pages 545-548Publisher
GEORG THIEME VERLAG KG
DOI: 10.1055/s-0030-1256196
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Gastrointestinal perforations and post-surgical fistulas are dreaded complications that dramatically increase morbidity and mortality. A new endoscopic over-the-scope clip (OTSC) system may be potentially useful for sealing visceral perforations in several clinical settings. We evaluated the advantages and clinical impact of the placement of OTSCs on the management of non-malignant gut leaks in 12 consecutive patients. OTSCs of 9.5 or 10.5 mm were used, according to the diameter of the defect within the wall. The indications for treatment were mainly related to post-surgical fistulas. Healing of the fistula was assessed by endoscopic or radiological means, and failed only once. No OTSC-related complications occurred. Endoscopic closure of perforations and post-surgical fistulas with the OTSC system is a simple and minimally invasive technique. This approach, when feasible, may be less expensive and more advantageous than a surgical approach.
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