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  • Title: Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy for obstructing pancreatic duct calculi.
    Author: Matthews K, Correa RJ, Gibbons RP, Weissman RM, Kozarek RA.
    Journal: J Urol; 1997 Aug; 158(2):522-5. PubMed ID: 9224338.
    Abstract:
    PURPOSE: A review was done to determine the effectiveness of extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) in the treatment of impacted pancreatic duct calculi. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A total of 19 patients, who were potential candidates for radical pancreatic surgery after unsuccessful endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography, sphincterotomy and attempted stone extraction from the pancreatic ducts, underwent ESWL of the calculi. Followup ranged from 6 months to 6 years. RESULTS: Of the 19 patients 14 avoided a major operation and 6 have remained pain-free for the long term. Two patients died of causes not related to ESWL or endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography. Five patients eventually underwent a Whipple or Puestow procedure for relief of symptoms or persistent obstruction. Complications were minimal. CONCLUSIONS: ESWL is a valuable adjunct in patients with impacted pancreatic duct calculi unretrievable by primary endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography.
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