[OTSC-assisted resection of a duodenal neuroendocrine tumor: a case report]

Z Gastroenterol. 2015 Mar;53(3):205-7. doi: 10.1055/s-0034-1398898. Epub 2015 Mar 16.
[Article in German]

Abstract

The over the scope clip (OTSC) is mainly used for closure of gastrointestinal endoluminal defects and treatment of gastrointestinal bleeding. Its use for resection of subepithelial tumors or full-thickness resection is still under investigation. Duodenal neuroendocrine tumors (NET) are rare neoplasms. Endoscopic resection is appropriate up to a size of 20 mm, however positive deep margins are a frequent challenge in these subepithelial tumors. We report on a 60-year-old male patient who had undergone endoscopic mucosal resection with R1 deep margins of a NET (G1) in the duodenal bulb. To avoid local surgical resection in this multimorbid patient, we performed OTSC-assisted deep resection. Complete resection (R0) was achieved, and no complications occurred. Our report suggests that OTSC-assisted resection of subepithelial tumors is a possible and safe option, especially for patient's and in locations with a high perioperative risk.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Duodenal Neoplasms / pathology*
  • Duodenal Neoplasms / surgery*
  • Endoscopy, Gastrointestinal / methods*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Neuroendocrine Tumors / pathology*
  • Neuroendocrine Tumors / surgery*
  • Treatment Outcome