Endoscopic management of pancreaticopleural fistula in a pediatric patient: A case report and literature review

Conclusion: When pediatric patients presented with recurrent pleural effusion with unknown etiology, PPF should be taken into consideration. Pleural effusion amylase level is the most important laboratory test and magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography is recommended to visualize the fistula. Optimal management of PPF should be based on pancreatic duct morphology.
Source: Medicine - Category: Internal Medicine Tags: Research Article: Clinical Case Report Source Type: research