Haemosuccus pancreaticus due to aberrant vessels from the coeliac trunk: a rare cause of Gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding with diagnostic and therapeutic challenges
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چکیده
Haemosuccus pancreaticus (HP) is a rare life-threatening cause of intermittent upper Gastrointestinal bleeding. We report the first documented case of HP due to bleeding from aberrant vessels originating from the coeliac trunk feeding the head of the pancreas. Our patient underwent initial surgery and subsequent angio-embolization. This case report describes the challenges faced during the diagnosis and treatment.
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Haemosuccus pancreaticus, a rare cause of upper gastrointestinal bleeding.
Upper gastrointestinal bleeding is most commonly caused by lesions in the oesophagus, stomach or duodenum. In a minority of cases the bleeding originates from the pancreatic duct, and is known as haemosuccus pancreaticus. In many cases it is associated with chronic pancreatitis. Diagnostic strategies and therapeutic options are discussed.
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دوره 2012 شماره
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تاریخ انتشار 2012