Endoscopic ultrasound-guided gallbladder drainage (EUS-GBD) is a safe and effective option for nonoperative candidates with symptomatic cholelithiasis without cholecystitis.
- Complete gallstone clearance achieved in 100% of patients; 87% cleared in one treatment.
- All 23 patients had technical success with LAMS placement, and no procedure-related adverse events occurred.
- No symptom recurrence noted over a mean follow-up of 9 months.
Consider EUS-GBD for managing gallstones in patients unfit for surgery.
Journal Article by Okanlawon A, Burlen J (…) Han S et 9 al. in Gastrointest Endosc
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