Bypassing the Bypass - A Diagnostic Odyessey: Ampullary Mass in a Roux-en-Y Patient With Obstructive Jaundice Revealed by EDGE

Document Type

Conference Proceeding

Publication Date

10-2024

Publication Title

American Journal of Gastroenterology

Abstract

Introduction: Obesity is a major health issue worldwide, leading to significant morbidity. Among the various bariatric surgeries available, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) is a premier choice. However, this procedure alters the normal anatomy of the upper gastrointestinal tract creating challenges for clinicians when accessing the pancreaticobiliary system, particularly in managing choledocholithiasis, a common issue in this cohort. To address these challenges, 2 primary methods are used: device-assisted (DA) ERCP and laparoscopy-assisted (LA) ERCP. Recently, endoscopic ultrasound-directed transgastric ERCP (EDGE) has gained popularity. Case Description/Methods: We present the case of a 68-year-old man with a history of RYGB and cholecystectomy, who came in with obstructive jaundice. Imaging via MRCP confirmed choledocholithiasis. Initially, he refused operative management. He was readmitted twice again with similar symptoms, yet deferred intervention, specifically LA-ERCP. On his latest admission, he again experienced RUQ pain but was afebrile. Lab results showed AST 172, ALT 69, T.bili 2.4, ALP 752, and WBC 8.8. MRCP revealed choledocholithiasis with worsening CBD dilation. He opted for EDGE over LA-ERCP. A 20 mm lumenapposing metal stent (LAMS) was deployed and 4 days later dilated and traversed which revealed a 3 x 2 cm ampullary mass. Without consent for resection, it was deferred, and we proceeded to relieve the obstruction. A 5 French, 5 cm stent was prophylactically placed in the pancreatic duct to prevent pancreatitis, followed by the placement of a 10 French, 7 cm stent in the CBD. Stones and sludge were then extracted. The patient had an uneventful postoperative course, with improvement in symptoms and resolution of his cholestatic picture. LAMS stent remained with the intention of sampling the mass and grading the invasion at a later time. Discussion: EDGE procedure has revolutionized pancreaticobiliary intervention in RYGB patients as it is an entirely endoscopic and single-team procedure with the benefit of significantly shorter hospital stays. Although there is limited standardization and in LAMS indwell time, single session versus staged procedure; in the hands of an experienced endoscopist, it can offer therapeutic alternatives with high clinical success rates. In a patient status post cholecystectomy with a known stone, worsening CBD dilatation could raise concerns for another more insidious pathology (see Figure 1)

Volume

119

Issue

10S

First Page

S2668

Comments

American College of Gastroenterology Annual Scientific Meeting, October 25-30, 2024, Philadelphia, PA

DOI

10.14309/01.ajg.0001045868.52205.91

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