The Over-The-Scope-Clip (OTSC) system is effective in the treatment of chronic esophagojejunal anastomotic leakage.

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J Gastrointest Surg. 2012 Aug;16(8):1585-9. doi: 10.1007/s11605-012-1862-1. Epub 2012 Mar 7.

Galizia G, Napolitano V, Castellano P, Pinto M, Zamboli A, Schettino P, Orditura M, De Vita F, Mabilia A, Pezzullo A, Lieto E.

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Division of Surgical Oncology-“F. Magrassi-A. Lanzara” Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine and Surgery, Second University of Naples School of Medicine, c/o II Policlinico, Edificio 17, Via Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy. gennaro.galizia@unina2.it

Abstract

INTRODUCTION:

Management of postoperative esophagojejunal anastomotic leakage after total gastrectomy represents a very challenging event. Surgical repair is difficult, and conservative treatment can predispose to more severe complications. Endoclips and self-expanding stents are useful endoscopic therapeutic options but present some drawbacks. The Over-The-Scope-Clip (OTSC) system has been shown to be appropriate to close acute small gastrointestinal perforations, but its use in the treatment of chronic leakage remains controversial.

CASE SERIES:

The present series reports three consecutive chronic esophagojejunal anastomotic leaks successfully treated with OTSC. In all cases, clip application was simple, safe and effective, without early and late complications.

DISCUSSION:

The OTSC system may represent a new therapeutic option in the management of postoperative esophagojejunal anastomotic leakage.