What therapeutic EUS can do
| Procedure | Used for |
|---|---|
| Drainage of pseudocyst / walled-off necrosis, with necrosectomy | Fluid collections after pancreatitis |
| EUS-guided biliary drainage | Jaundice when ERCP isn't possible |
| EUS-guided gallbladder drainage | Selected people with an inflamed gallbladder who are too unwell for surgery |
| EUS-guided gastrojejunostomy | Selected cases of blocked stomach outlet |
| Coeliac plexus block / neurolysis | Pain from pancreatic cancer or chronic pancreatitis |
Is it right for me?
These are specialised procedures, chosen case by case. They're usually discussed together with surgeons, radiologists and oncologists, comparing endoscopic, radiological and surgical options. Please bring all your scans and reports to the consultation.
Risks
Risks depend on the procedure and include bleeding, infection, stent movement and leaks. They are higher than for diagnostic EUS, and I'll go through the specific risks for your situation before you decide.