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KMID : 1048120160050020156
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International Journal of Gastrointestinal Intervention
2016 Volume.5 No. 2 p.156 ~ p.158
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Percutaneous retrieval of a misplaced transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt stent using the rigid endobronchial forceps
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Vu John
Kim Seung-Kwon
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Abstract
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Summary of Event: A transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) stent (Viatorr) was misplaced into main portal vein and superior mesenteric vein. This misplaced covered stent was then successfully retrieved using the rigid endobronchial forceps.
Teaching Point: Before release the covered portion of the TIPS stent (Viatorr), it is necessary to confirm the position of uncovered portion in portal vein and covered portion in parenchymal tract. The endobronchial forceps technique is a safe and efficient method for retrieving a misplaced TIPS stent.
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KEYWORD
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Device removal, Portosystemic shunt, transjugular intrahepatic, Stents
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