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DOI: 10.1055/a-2418-0630
A case of afferent limb obstruction and gastrocolic fistula in a patient with a Billroth II gastrectomy solved by endoscopic ultrasound-guided gastroenterostomy
Supported by: Beijing Hospitals Authority “Qingmiao” talent training plan QML20230108
Supported by: Capitalʼs Funds for Health Improvement and Research 2020-2-2026
Supported by: Beijing Hospitals Authority “Dengfeng” talent training plan DFL20220101
Supported by: Beijing Hospitals Authority Clinical Technology Innovation Project XMLX202131
Supported by: National Natural Science Foundation of China 82070575, 82270591
Afferent limb obstruction may occur following a Billroth II gastrectomy [1], and EUS-guided gastroenterostomy (EUS-GE) represents a novel therapeutic option for this condition [2]. In this case, we opted for this innovative treatment approach.
A 62-year-old male with a history of Billroth II gastrectomy for duodenal ulcer presented with epigastric pain and eating difficulties. The patient had a past medical history of cholelithiasis, choledocholithiasis, cholecystitis, acute pancreatitis, and pancreatic pseudocyst. Computed tomography (CT) revealed duodenal dilation and fluid accumulation ([Fig. 1]). Gastroscopy revealed a 1.0 × 0.8-cm ulcer adjacent to the gastrojejunostomy anastomosis, with a fistula opening through which the endoscope could pass into the distal colon.


We used argon plasma coagulation (APC) and an over-the-scope clip to close the fistula. Then we performed EUS-GE for the afferent limb obstruction ([Video 1]). An EUS-guided 19G needle was employed for puncture, with Doppler ultrasound to prevent vascular injury and avoid other bowel segments. After the contrast media was injected to confirm bowel lumen visibility, a HOT AXIOS stent was deployed under X-ray and EUS to create a gastroenteric anastomosis and was fully expanded. The proximal end of the stent was positioned within the gastric cavity, and the lumen of the stent was patent. No adverse events occurred. On the second postoperative day, the patient was able to tolerate a liquid diet without vomiting. One week postoperatively, the gastroscopy showed the stent was in place and patent, with the proximal end in the gastric cavity and accessible to the afferent limb. Abdominal CT indicated a significant reduction in duodenal dilation and fluid accumulation ([Fig. 2]). We postulate the patientʼs afferent limb obstruction and gastrocolic fistula may be attributed to localized inflammatory edema and pancreatic fluid accumulation related to his past medical history. The patient experienced no further eating difficulties and was discharged in improved condition.


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Conflict of Interest
The authors declare that they have no conflict of interest.
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References
- 1 Desai A, Manvar A, Ho S. Afferent loop syndrome due to volvulus of the afferent limb. ACG Case Rep J 2019; 6: 1-3
- 2 Mangiavillano B, Auriemma F, Paduano D. et al. A case of jaundice and gastric outlet obstruction in a patient with a Billroth II reconstruction and gastric neoplasia solved by an afferent limb endoscopic ultrasound gastrojejunostomy. Am J Gastroenterol 2022; 117: 1905
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25 October 2024
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References
- 1 Desai A, Manvar A, Ho S. Afferent loop syndrome due to volvulus of the afferent limb. ACG Case Rep J 2019; 6: 1-3
- 2 Mangiavillano B, Auriemma F, Paduano D. et al. A case of jaundice and gastric outlet obstruction in a patient with a Billroth II reconstruction and gastric neoplasia solved by an afferent limb endoscopic ultrasound gastrojejunostomy. Am J Gastroenterol 2022; 117: 1905



