Percutaneous Embolization of Anastomotic Leakage Following Total Gastrectomy with Esophagojejunostomy using N-Butyl-2-Cyanoacrylate Glue: A Case Report

Total gastrectomy with Roux-en-Y esophagojejunostomy is a common surgical treatment for early gastric cancer; however, postoperative complications such as anastomotic leaks remain a serious risk. This report details a 59-year-old female who underwent total gastrectomy with Roux-en-Y esophagojejun...

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Main Authors: Jeong Hyeon Lim, Lyo Min Kwon, Min-Jeong Kim, Jung Ho Park
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The Korean Society of Radiology 2024-11-01
Series:Journal of the Korean Society of Radiology
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.3348/jksr.2024.0053
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Summary:Total gastrectomy with Roux-en-Y esophagojejunostomy is a common surgical treatment for early gastric cancer; however, postoperative complications such as anastomotic leaks remain a serious risk. This report details a 59-year-old female who underwent total gastrectomy with Roux-en-Y esophagojejunostomy for early gastric cancer, followed by percutaneous embolization for esophagojejunal (EJ) anastomotic leakage. Despite initial percutaneous drainage for fluid accumulation at the EJ site, subsequent CT revealed significant anastomotic dehiscence. Endoscopic treatment was ineffective and surgical intervention posed a high risk of mortality; therefore, percutaneous embolization was requested. This involved four sessions using cut gel foam, N-butyl-2-cyanoacrylate, and lipiodol. The procedure was successful without complications and led to complete resolution of the leakage and dehiscence. Follow-up CT scans at 6- and 32-months post-procedure confirmed the absence of recurrence. This case highlights the potential of percutaneous embolization as a treatment option for anastomotic leakage after Roux-en-Y esophagojejunostomy.
ISSN:2951-0805