Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y cystojejunostomy with indocyanine green angiography for a recurrent large pancreatic pseudocyst: a case report

Amit V. Dashputra; Sholapur Sachin S.; Wagh Amol N.; Bhagvat Shirish R.

doi:10.18203/2349-2902.isj20243256

Authors

Amit V. Dashputra Department of General Surgery, Grant Government and Medial College, Byculla, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Sholapur Sachin S. Department of General Surgery, Grant Government and Medial College, Byculla, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Wagh Amol N. Department of General Surgery, Grant Government and Medial College, Byculla, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Bhagvat Shirish R. Department of General Surgery, Grant Government and Medial College, Byculla, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18203/2349-2902.isj20243256

Keywords:

Pancreatic pseudocyst, Laparoscopy, Roux-en-Y cystojejunostomy, Indocyanine green angiography, Minimal access surgery

Abstract

Symptomatic pseudocyst of pancreas can present as abdominal pain or back pain, early satiety, unexplained weight loss, jaundice, steatorrhea, or a palpable mass. This case involves a 31-year-old male with a large, recurrent pseudocyst, initially managed by endoscopic drainage, then complicated by recurrence. Despite failed attempts at a repeat endoscopic cystogastrostomy, surgical intervention was successful, albeit challenging due to the patient's physique and cyst size. Roux-en-Y cystojejunostomy was performed, aided by intravenous indocyanine green (ICG) angiography to ensure anastomotic vascularity. Postoperative recovery was smooth, and the patient was asymptomatic after 4 months without residual collections. Thoughtful intervention is vital for managing such pseudocysts, with surgical drainage remaining crucial, albeit with adaptable port placement. Choice between cystogastrostomy and cystojejunostomy should consider pseudocyst location for optimal drainage. The use of indocyanine green angiography for assessing vascularity supports the success of anastomosis intra-operatively and presents an intriguing research avenue.

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