门静脉高压症患者门静脉系统的三维重建特点

With the development of modern imaging technologies,three-dimensional (3D) reconstruction techniques based on the computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) data has been gradually ap...     

胰腺实性假乳头状瘤的诊治(附4例)

Objective To discuss the management of solid-pseudopapillary tumor of the pancreas. Methods Four patients of solid-pseudopapillary tumor of the pancreas (SPT) were diagnosed by pathology. One patient was underwent magnetic resonance and two enhanced computer tomography scan. The mass was located in tuberculum (1 case), neck (1 case), and body-tail (2 cases) of pancreases respectively. Four cases were underwent duodenopancreatectomy, local resection of mass, resection of body-tail of pancreases respectively. The maximal diameter of tumor ranged from 5 cm to 16cm, averaged 10.3cm. The blood regular test and biochemistry were normal, and the tumor markers including AFP,CA19-9,CA125,CEA also were normal. The specimens were examined by pathology and immunohistochemistry. Results Four cases all were diagnosed solid-pseudopapillary tumor of the pancreas by pathology. At histologic analysis, the tumor was composed of uniform polygonal cells with moderate to abundant amphophilic cytoplasm and arranged in solid nests with areas of degeneration characterized by separation of the cells into pseudopapillary aggregates with intervening accumulation of mucopolysaccharide rich ground substance. The expressions of Vimentin, α-ACT, α-AAT were positive, and CgA negative. Four cases were followed up for six months and norecurred. Conclusions SPT of pancreases was a kind of tumor of low potential malignancy, and the magnetic resonance and computer tomography were often to be used. The effective therapy was thoroughly resection, and the prognosis in most patients is excellent.     

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Objective： To determine the frequency of adrenal injuries in patients presenting with blunt abdomi- nal trauma by computed tomography （CT）. Methods： During a 6 month period from January 1, 2011 to June 30, 2011, 82 emergency CT examinations were performed in the setting of major abdominal trauma and ret- rospectively reviewed for adrenal gland injuries. Results： A total of 7 patients were identified as having adrenal gland injuries （6 males and 1 female）. Two patients had isolated adrenal gland injuries. In the other 5 patients with nonisolated injuries, injuries to the liver （1 case）, spleen （1 case）, retroperitoneum （2 cases） and mesentery （4 cases） were identified. Overall 24 cases with liver injuries （29 %）, 11cases with splenic injuries （13%）, 54 cases with mesenteric injuries （65%）, 14 cases （17%） with retroperitoneal injuries and 9 cases with renal injuries were identified. Conclusion： Adrenal gland injury is identified in 7 patients （11.7%） out of a total of 82 patients who underwent CT after major abdominal trauma. Most of these cases were nonisolated injuries. Our experience indicates that adrenal injury resulting from trauma is more common than suggested by other reports. The rise in incidence of adrenal injuries could be attributed to the mode of injury.     

肾上腺外嗜铬细胞瘤的诊断与治疗

目的 探讨肾上腺外嗜铬细胞瘤(EAP)的诊断和治疗经验.方法 回顾性分析2003年4月至2010年4月收治的37例EAP患者的资料.临床表现为高血压31例,典型的头痛、心悸、多汗"三联征"12例.血浆游离变肾上腺素类物质(MNs)和24 h尿儿茶酚胺(CA)定性诊断的阳性率分别为96.8%(30/31)和86.5%(32/37).超声、CT、MRI和131I-间碘苄胍扫描(131I-MIBG)定位诊断的准确率分别为91.7%(33/36)、97.0%(32/33)、90.0%(9/10)和82.6%(19/23).35例行手术治疗,2例行放射治疗.结果 单发肿瘤32例,其中腹主动脉旁14例、膀胱内7例、下腔静脉旁4例、肾门附近4例、髂血管旁2例、肾上极1例;多发肿瘤5例.完整切除肿瘤30例,行肿瘤切除+右肾切除3例,行膀胱部分切除2例.病理诊断良性24例,恶性11例.术前31例高血压患者中,术后23例血压恢复正常,6例血压降低但仍高于正常,2例血压无明显变化.术后34例随访5个月～7年,肿瘤复发5例,死亡5例.结论 EAP少见,血浆游离MNs和24 h尿CA是重要的定性诊断方法.定位诊断较困难,超声、CT、MRI和131I-MIBG是重要的定位诊断方法.经腹途径切除肿瘤是首选的治疗方法,充分术前准备,术中避免过度挤压肿瘤.对于恶性者术后可辅以131I-MIBG治疗.

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Objective To investigate the diagnosis and treatment of extra-adrenal pheochromocytoma(EAP). Methods The clinicsl data of 37 cases of EAP from April 2003 to April 2010 were retrospectively analyzed.Hypertension was observed in 31 cases.The typical triad of headache,palpitation and sweating was observed in 12 cases.The positive rate of plasma-free MNs and 24-hour urinary CA in diagnosing EAP was 96.8%(30/31) and 86.5% (32/37) respectively.The main localization diagnosis included ultrasonography,CT,MRI and 131I-MIBG,with positive rates of 91.7% (33/36),97.0%(32/33),90%(9/10) and 82.6%(19/23) respectively.Two patients underwent radiotherapy, and the remaining 35 cases underwent surgical treatment. Results Among the total of 37 cases,32 cases were single tumor,and five were multiple tumors.The anatomic locations of the single tumors were as follows: 14 wre adjacent to the abdominal aorta,seven in the bladder,four adjacent to the inferior vena cava,four adjacent to the renal hilum,two adjacent to the lilac blood vessel and one in the upper pole of the right kidney.Thirty cases underwent complete tumor resection,three cases underwent tumor resection plus right nephrectomy and two cases underwent partial cystectomy.Twenty-four cases were diagnosed benign and 11 cases were diagnosed malignant by pathological examination.Among 31 cases with preoperative hypertension,postoperative blood pressure returned to normal in 23 patients,blood pressure descended mildly in six cases and blood pressure was still hypertensive in two cases.Thirty-four patients were followed up for five months to seven years,during which five cases had tumor recurrence or metastases and five cases died postoperatively. Conclusions EAP is a rare neuroendocrine tumor and its accurate diagnosis is rather difficult.Plasma-free MNs and 24-hour urinary CA are important qualitative examinations.Ultrasonography,CT,MRI and 131I-MIBG scintigraphy are important methods for the localization of the tumor.Transperitoneal resection of the tumor is the preferred choice of management and adequate perioperative preparation is the key to a successful operation,including bringing down blood pressure,expanding blood volume and correcting arrhythmia.Patients with malignant EAP may be treated with 131I-MIBG after surgical therapy.     

Outcome of selective CT vs. pan-CT scan in elderly trauma patients: A retrospective cohort study in a level 1 trauma center

Purpose: There are currently no clear guidelines for use of pan- or selective CT in elderly trauma patients and this subject matter remains controversial. The aim of this study is to compare the outcome of elderly trauma patients in a level 1 trauma centre who required a pan- or selective CT scan on admission. Methods: The Trauma Audit Research Network database was reviewed to identify eligible patients ( 65 years) over a one-year period, from January 2018 to January 2019. Patients’ demographics, mechanism of injury, injury severity score, length of hospital stay (LOS), mortality and type of CT scans done were recorded. The inclusion criteria were elderly patients 65 years involved in acute trauma setting (less than one day between incident and emergency department presentation and blunt mechanism of injury). Exclusion criteria were patients <65 years, perforating mechanism of injury and patients with delayed presentation more than one day after the incident, and patients who have not got any CT scan at presentation. Statistical analyses were undertaken on SPSS (version 25.0; IBM, New York, USA). Results: In total, 481 patients with the mean age of 80.8 years were evaluated (48.6% male). Among them 232 cases were multiple injuries while 249 were single system injuries. And 235 patients (48.8%) underwent pan-CT in whom 66.8% were multiple injuries; 246 (51.1%) did selective CT scan in whom 69.5% were single system injuries. In multiple injury patients, performing a pan-CT scan on presentation was associated with shorter LOS compared to those who had a selective CT, in which 76.4% patients spent < 21 days in the pan-CT group compared to 16.0% for those investigated by selective CT scan (p < 0.001); and 2.5% spent > 60 days in pan-CT group compared to 64% in selective CT group (p < 0.0001). Performing pan-CT was also associated with lower need to repeat CT (p < 0.01). In patients with a single system injury, no differences were found in LOS or the need to repeat CT if either pan-CT or selective CT were requested. Conclusion: We recommend doing pan-CT scan in all elderly patients with multiple system injuries as it decreases the LOS and the need for another CT during hospital stay. No difference in LOS or the need to repeat another CT if pan-CT or selective CT were requested initially in single system injuries. Although age and injury severity score are poor predictors for the need to do pan-CT, the mechanism of injury may be helpful.     

Clinical predictors of abnormal chest CT scan findings following blunt chest trauma: A cross-sectional study

Purpose:Some surgeons believe that chest computed tomography(CT)scan should be used more prudently in management of blunt chest trauma patients.This study aimed to evaluate the clinical predictors of abnormal chest CT scan findings in trauma patients.Methods:This cross-sectional study was conducted on blunt chest trauma patients aged
18 years who were referred to the emergency departments of two educational hospitals and underwent chest CT scan.These patients were enrolled in the study using a non-probability sampling method.The exclusion criteria included:class III or IV hemodynamic shock,need for immediate surgical or neurosurgical interventions,penetrating trauma,lack of required information,and pregnancy.Demographic factors,accident details,trauma mechanism,vital signs,and level of consciousness in predicting abnormal chest CT scan findings were evaluated.Analysis was performed using IBM SPSS statistics 21.Results:A total of 977 patients(male 51.5%,female 48.5%)with the mean age of(41.71±14.24)years,range 18e88 years were studied;34.2% of them with high energy trauma mechanism.With 334(34.2%)patients had abnormal findings on chest X-ray(CXR)and 332(34.0%)cases had an abnormal findings on chest CT scan(agreement rate was 99.4%).There was a significant correlation between male gender(p<0.0001),GCS<15(p<0.0001),high energy trauma mechanism(p<0.0001),unstable hemodynamics(p<0.01),and clinical signs and symptoms(p<0.0001)with chest CT findings.Chest wall deformity(odds=8;p<0.0001),generalized tenderness(odds=6.6,p<0.0001),and decreased cardiac sound(odds=3.8,p<0.0001)were the important and independent clinical predictors of abnormal chest CT scan findings.Conclusion:Based on the findings,chest wall deformity,generalized tenderness,decreased cardiac sound,distracting pain,chest wall tenderness,high energy trauma mechanism,male gender,respiratory rate>20 breathes/min,decreased pulmonary sound,and chest wall crepitation were independent clinical predictors of abnormal chest CT scan findings following blunt trauma.     

CT尿路成像和IVU检查诊断泌尿系统疾病的比较研究

Objective The purpose of this study was to evaluate computed tomography urography (CTU) and compared with conventional intravenous urography (IVU) in diagnosis of urological disease. Methods One hundred and sixty-five patients with 111 males and 54 females underwent CTU urography including 78 cases underwent IVU were reviewed in this study. There were 12 cases underwent retrograde pyelography. There were 75 cases of nephrolithiasis and ureterolithiasis, 30 cases of ureteropelvic junction obstruction (UPJO), 30 cases of bladder cancer, 15 cases of pyelogenic cyst and parapelvic cyst, 9 cases of megaloureter and 6 cases of cancer in pelvis and ureter. Results The accuracy of diagnosis was 94.5% (156/165) in CTU group and 46.7% (42/90) in IVU group.The accuracy of diagnosis was 100.0% (75/75)of nephrolithiasis and ureterolith in CTU group and 78. 6%(33/42)in IVU group, 90.0% (27/30) of UPJO in CTU group, 100.0% (30/30) of bladder cancer in CTU group and 75.0%(9/12)in IVU group, 80.0%(12/15)of pyelogenic cyst and parapelvic cyst in CTU group, 100.0% (9/9)of megaloureter in CTU group, 100.0% (6/6)of cancer in pelvis and ureter in CT group. The displayed rate of the distal end of stenosis and obstruction was 79.4%(81/102)in CTU group and 25.0%(15/60)in IVU group. The examination time was (18.9±8.4)min in CTU group and (67.1±26.7)min in IVU group. Conclusion The CTU can provide more information than conventional IVU and can replace the IVU as routine examination in most cases.     

Atlantoaxial rotatory displacement in children

AIM To correlate the Pang and Lee class with the clinical course in a consecutive series of patients presenting with painful torticollis.METHODS Forty-seven dynamic rotational computed tomography(CT) scans in 35 patients were classified into one of the five types defined by Pang and Li, including types Ⅰ(atlantoaxial rotatopry fixation), Ⅱ("pathologic stickiness" without crossover of C1 on C2), Ⅲ("pathologic stickiness" with crossover of C1 on C2), Ⅳ(normal or muscular torticollis), and Ⅴ(diagnostic grey zone). The Pang and Li class was then compared with the radiologist's report, which was graded abnormal, diagnosis of rotatory subluxation or fixation, or non-diagnostic. Medical records were reviewed and the clinical course was compared among the five subtypes.RESULTS We reviewed 47 CT scans in 35 patients, and the majority were performed without sedation. The average age was 7.7 years(4-14 years old) and associated conditions included minor trauma(20%), surgical procedures around the head and neck(29%), and Grisels syndrome(20%). Twenty-six percent of our studies fell within the pathologic spectrum(5% type 1 or rotatory fixation, 21% types 2 and 3 or rotatory subluxation), while 45% were classified as muscular torticollis(45%) and 28% fell within the diagnostic grey zone. Seven radiologists interpreted these studies, and their interpretation was discordant in 45% of cases. Clinical resolution occurred in 27 of 29 cases for which follow-up was available. One of two patients with fixed rotatory subluxation required a C1-C2 arthrodesis.CONCLUSION The Pang and Li classification characterizes a spectrum of abnormalities in rotation to facilitate communication, although the indications for dynamic CT scan should be further defined.     

CT尿路成像和IVU检查诊断泌尿系统疾病的比较研究

Objective The purpose of this study was to evaluate computed tomography urography (CTU) and compared with conventional intravenous urography (IVU) in diagnosis of urological disease. Methods One hundred and sixty-five patients with 111 males and 54 females underwent CTU urography including 78 cases underwent IVU were reviewed in this study. There were 12 cases underwent retrograde pyelography. There were 75 cases of nephrolithiasis and ureterolithiasis, 30 cases of ureteropelvic junction obstruction (UPJO), 30 cases of bladder cancer, 15 cases of pyelogenic cyst and parapelvic cyst, 9 cases of megaloureter and 6 cases of cancer in pelvis and ureter. Results The accuracy of diagnosis was 94.5% (156/165) in CTU group and 46.7% (42/90) in IVU group.The accuracy of diagnosis was 100.0% (75/75)of nephrolithiasis and ureterolith in CTU group and 78. 6%(33/42)in IVU group, 90.0% (27/30) of UPJO in CTU group, 100.0% (30/30) of bladder cancer in CTU group and 75.0%(9/12)in IVU group, 80.0%(12/15)of pyelogenic cyst and parapelvic cyst in CTU group, 100.0% (9/9)of megaloureter in CTU group, 100.0% (6/6)of cancer in pelvis and ureter in CT group. The displayed rate of the distal end of stenosis and obstruction was 79.4%(81/102)in CTU group and 25.0%(15/60)in IVU group. The examination time was (18.9±8.4)min in CTU group and (67.1±26.7)min in IVU group. Conclusion The CTU can provide more information than conventional IVU and can replace the IVU as routine examination in most cases.     

网状铜丝留置联合平阳霉素注射治疗复杂性海绵状静脉畸形

Objective To evaluate the therapeutic effect of retained copper wires combined with pingyangmycin(PYM) injection for complicated cavernous venous malformation. Methods The location of venous malformation was detected by physical examination and MRI. The copper wires in 0.2 mm width were used to puncture the lesion repeatedly and retained in the lesion to form a net. After that, 8 mg PYM was injected into the residue malformed veins. 8～10 days later, the copper wires were taken out and necrotic tissue was squeezed out. The wounds of punctual holes healed through dressing. The patients received postoperative MRI to evaluate the therapeutic effect. Results From Jan. 2002 to Dec. 2008, 45 cases were treated. The patients were followed up for 1～3 years. 51.1% (23/45) of the lesions shrinked markedly or even disappeared. 42.2% (19/45) of the lesions reduced. 6.67% (3/45) of the lesions didn't change. There was no complication like invasive infection. Conclusions It is very effective to treat complicated cavernons venous malformation with retained copper wires combined with pingyangmycin injection.     

The Role of Intra-Arterial Calcium Stimulation Test with Hepatic Venous Sampling (IACS) in the Management of Occult Insulinomas

Background Occult insulinomas remain a clinical challenge. Specifically designed protocols are necessary to aid detection and facilitate a focused pancreatic exploration. Methods Seventeen non-multiple endocrine neoplasia (non-MEN) patients referred to this medical center in the past 10 years because of equivocal diagnosis, failure of previous operation or difficulty in localization for insulinomas were studied. A routine intra-arterial calcium stimulation test with venous sampling (IACS test) was done for lesion localization. An exploratory laparotomy with intraoperative ultrasound (IOUS) examinations was performed. Results Preoperative imaging (sonography, high-resolution computed tomography scan, and magnetic resonance imaging) found six insulinomas, and IOUS found an additional six in the pancreatic regions; all were compatibly indicated by the IACS test. The remaining five patients with occult lesions by IOUS were treated by 40% (1) or 60–70% (4) distal pancreatectomies when insulin gradients were demonstrated on calcium stimulation to the splenic or to the superior mesenteric artery, respectively, and nesidioblastosis was found in each pathology examination. There were no complications related to the arterial stimulation and venous sampling (ASVS) test. No patient had recurrent hyperinsulinism, permanent morbidity, or mortality from surgery. Conclusions IACS test helps in the diagnosis of equivocal pancreatogenous hypoglycemia, indicating the pancreatic region of priority exploration and guiding a pancreatic resection.     

Value of intra-arterial calcium stimulated venous sampling for regionalization of pancreatic insulinomas

BACKGROUND: Intra-arterial calcium stimulation with hepatic venous sampling (ASVS) for insulin gradients has been reported to be the most sensitive preoperative localizing technique for insulinomas. We reviewed our experience with ASVS to localize and guide the treatment of insulinomas over the past decade. METHODS: Eighteen patients who underwent ASVS before surgical exploration for insulinoma were studied. The accuracy of ASVS was compared with intraoperative findings and other localizing studies. RESULTS: There were no complications arising from the procedures. A more than 2-fold step-up in insulin level 30 to 60 seconds after injection to at least 1 feeding artery was observed in 16 patients. Fourteen of the 16 solitary tumors (87.5%) were correctly located; 100% (6/6 tumors) at the head and 80% (8/10 tumors) at the body/tail. The overall accuracy of this test was 89%, compared with 11%, 33%, 38%, and 63% of ultrasonography, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, and endoscopic ultrasonography, respectively. Six enucleations and 10 distal resections were performed, which included 2 laparoscopic procedures. The combination of intraoperative ultrasonography with preoperative ASVS identified all tumors. CONCLUSIONS: ASVS is the most accurate preoperative localization tool for the localization of insulinomas and, in combination with intraoperative ultrasonography, can enhance surgical success.     

A prospective evaluation of laparoscopic exploration with intraoperative ultrasound as a technique for localizing sporadic insulinomas

BACKGROUND: Preoperative imaging studies localize insulinomas in less than 50% of patients. Arteriography with calcium stimulation and venous sampling (ASVS) regionalizes greater than 90% of insulinomas but requires specialized expertise and an invasive procedure. This prospective study evaluated laparoscopic exploration with IOUS compared with the other localization procedures in patients with a sporadic insulinoma. METHODS: Between March 2001 and October 2004, 14 patients (7 women and 7 men; mean age, 53) with an insulinoma were enrolled in an IRB-approved protocol. Computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, ultrasound scan, and arteriography with calcium stimulation and venous sampling were performed preoperatively. A surgeon, blinded to the results of the localizing studies, performed a laparoscopic exploration with intraoperative ultrasound (IOUS). At the completion of the exploration, the success of laparoscopy for localization was scored, and the tumor was resected. RESULTS: Twelve of 14 tumors were localized successfully before laparoscopy (noninvasive, 7 of 14; invasive, 11 of 14). Laparoscopic IOUS localized successfully 12 of 14 tumors. All lesions were resected, and all patients were cured (median follow-up, 36 months). CONCLUSION: Laparoscopic IOUS identified 86% of tumors. The authors consider laparoscopic IOUS to be equivalent to ASVS in localizing insulinomas. Further study is therefore warranted to determine the role of laparoscopy with IOUS in the localization and treatment algorithm for patients with sporadic insulinoma.     

选择性动脉钙刺激静脉采血检测胰岛素定位胰岛素瘤的临床研究

目的 研究选择性动脉钙刺激静脉采血(ASVS)检测胰岛素值定位胰岛素瘤的临床应用价值。方法 对连续10例定性诊断为胰岛素瘤的患者术前行ASVS检查。选择性插管至胃十二指肠动脉、肠系膜上动脉、脾动脉近段及远段，分别快速注入葡萄糖酸钙0．3g激发，于激发前后不同时相经肝静脉采血测胰岛素值。计算不同激发值与基础值之比值，取比值最高者为峰比值，认定峰比值最高的动脉所供应的胰腺区域为肿瘤所在区域。结果 ASVS准确定位率为90％，优于B超(30％)、超声内镜(43％)、CT(70％)、MRI(78％)及选择性血管造影(20％)。本组仅2例患者主诉轻度头晕、胸闷。结论 ASVS在胰岛素瘤的定位中较其他影像学检查有更高的准确性，尤其适合于诊断和定位困难的病例。快速注入小剂量钙剂能安全有效地激发肿瘤细胞分泌胰岛素产生峰值。以胰大动脉为界区分脾动脉近段与远段分别激发有助于胰尾肿瘤的定位。     

Intraoperative Ultrasound with Palpation is Still Superior to Intra-arterial Calcium Stimulation Test in Localising Insulinoma

Aim This study assessed the sensitivities of preoperative localisation modalities such as computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), arteriography and arterial stimulation venous sampling (ASVS) using serum insulin and C-peptide gradients to intraoperative techniques in localising insulin-secreting tumours in our institution. Methods Fourteen patients with proven insulinoma, aged 20–66 years, who presented from 1997 to 2004, were studied retrospectively. All patients underwent ASVS where C-peptide and/or insulin gradients were calculated. The results were compared with the preoperative findings of CT, MRI, arteriography, as well as intraoperative ultrasound and palpation. Results Intraoperative ultrasound with palpation correctly localised 10 of the 11 tumours with a sensitivity of 91%. Sensitivities of other localisation techniques were lower: 31% by CT, 50% by MRI, and 46% by arteriography. ASVS with insulin gradients alone allowed accurate localisation in 40% of patients while localisation using only C-peptide gradients of more than 2 was 43%. The insulinomas, measuring 10–30 mm, were successfully removed in 13 patients—6 from the body, 4 from the tail, 2 from the head and 1 from the junction of the body and tail. All except 1 were cured by selective surgery and remained free of hypoglycaemia over the next 2–60 months of follow-up. One patient had left lobectomy due to liver metastases from a malignant insulinoma and remained asymptomatic with medical therapy. Conclusions Intraoperative ultrasound with palpation is a highly sensitive method for the localisation of insulinoma compared with other preoperative localisation techniques.     

Results of a prospective strategy to diagnose, localize, and resect insulinomas.

Since 1982, 25 consecutive patients with benign sporadic (non-multiple endocrine neoplasia type I) insulinomas have been studied. Most were referred because either the tumor was not identified at the referring institution or the diagnosis was unclear. Each patient suffered severe neuroglycopenic symptoms for a median of 24 months before diagnosis of insulinoma, and 32% had hypoglycemic seizures. Eighteen patients (72%) had a confirmed weight gain. Each patient underwent a supervised fast until 72 hours or the onset of significant neuroglycopenic symptoms (median duration 16 hours), with serum levels of glucose (median 35 mg/dl; range 24 to 46 mg/dl), insulin (median 21 microU/ml; range 11 to 230 microU/ml), C-peptide (median 2.5 ng/ml; range 1.0 to 7.2 ng/ml), and proinsulin fraction (median 55%; range 14% to 86%) measured at the termination of the fast. Preoperative imaging with ultrasonography, computed tomography, magnetic resonance, and angiography visualized tumor in a minority of patients (26%, 17%, 25%, and 35%, respectively); in 48% of patients one or more imaging study results was positive. Selective portal venous sampling for insulin was the most informative localizing test (77% positive; no false-positive results). Tumor was resected for cure in 24 of 25 patients. Intraoperative ultrasonography identified nonpalpable tumor in seven patients and was crucial to the achievement of this high rate of surgical cure. We conclude that the diagnosis of insulinoma can be made by the results of a supervised fast, portal venous sampling is the most sensitive preoperative test for localizing insulinomas, and intraoperative ultrasonography is essential for intraoperative detection of insulinomas.     

胰岛素瘤误诊探讨和诊治--附17例报告

目的　探讨避免胰岛素瘤误诊 ,总结诊疗体会。方法　回顾性分析 1984～ 2 0 0 3年 12月收治的 17例胰岛素瘤的临床资料。结果　本组患者从发病到确诊 1～ 10年 ,平均 2 .5 4年 ,一年内确诊着 3例。占 17.6 4 % ,均有被误诊病史 ,最常见的误诊原因分别是反应性低血糖 (占 4 7.0 5 % )、癫痫、颅内病变。 5 2 .94 % (9/ 17)在确诊时有智力减退或反应迟钝 ,Whipple三联征 [胰岛素与血糖比值(I/G) >0 .3]。CT、MRI、术前B超、术中B超 (IOUS)诊断 ,均行手术治疗。其中肿瘤剜除术 9例 ,胰体尾切除 5例 ,楔形切除 3例 ,全组无手术死亡 ,术后无低血糖发作。术后胰瘘 2例。结论　Whipple三联征I/G >0 .3是胰岛素瘤定性诊断的主要依据。术前MRI、B超 ,术中详尽扪诊联合IOUS可取得较为满意的定位诊断 ,据胰岛素瘤大小、部位、数目采取适宜的手术方式是良好疗效的关键。     

胰岛素瘤外科诊断与治疗的变革

Insulinoma is derived from beta cells, and the yearly incidence of insulinoma is 1-4 per one million. Insulinoma patients were often misdiagnosed with epilepsy or cerebrovascular diseases because of the clinical and epidemiological features of insulinoma. The diagnosis of the insulinoma is usually made biochemically with the presence of low blood glucose ( <2.5 mmol/L), elevated insulin ( ≥6 mU/L) and C-peptide levels ( ≥ 200 pmol/L), and no sulfonylureas in the blood.Supervised 72-hour fasting test has been verified as the gold standard in establishing a biochemical diagnosis of insulinoma.Localization of insulinoma is useful for selecting surgical procedures, and the methods for localization can be divided into noninvasive (transabdominal ultrasound, computed tomography,magnetic resonance imaging and endoscopic ultrasound), invasive (angiography and arterial stimulation venous sampling) and intraoperative diagnosis. Surgical treatment is the only curative method at present, and the common approaches include enuclea tion, partial pancreatic resection, resection of the body and tail of pancreas and duodenum-preserving pancreatic head resection.Most patients with sporadic insulinoma had long-term survival after the surgery. For insulinoma patients with multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1, an aggressive surgical approach is recommended.     

Localization and surgical treatment of the pancreatic insulinomas

OBJECTIVES: Insulinomas are rare tumours that originate from the islet cells of the pancreas. The aims of this study were to gain an understanding of the clinical features of insulinomas and to establish the diagnostic and therapeutic strategies. METHODS: A review was carried out in 20 patients with insulinoma surgically treated in our institution over the last 10 years. Presenting symptoms, biochemical studies, preoperative and intraoperative localization studies, operative management and complications were analysed. RESULTS: The male-to-female ratio was 8:12, with a mean age of 46.4 years. Each patient suffered from significant neuroglycopenic symptoms, usually manifested by dizziness, sweating, headache and confusion. The preoperative median serum levels of glucose, insulin and C-peptide at the termination of the fast were 37.5 mg/dL, 23.5 microU/mL, 5.6 ng/mL, respectively. Preoperative tumour localization was achieved by means of ultrasonography (US), computed tomography, selective angiography or intra-arterial calcium injection with hepatic venous sampling, and sensitivities of these examinations were 81.8, 73.7, 94.1 and 100%, respectively. Intraoperative localization was carried out by a combination of manual palpation and intraoperative US with retrospective sensitivities of 80 and 100%, respectively. Enucleation was carried out in 16 patients and distal pancreatectomy in 4. The mortality and morbidity rates were 0 and 10%, respectively. One patient developed late diabetes mellitus type 1 after distal pancreatectomy. CONCLUSIONS: We conclude that the diagnosis of insulinoma can be made on the basis of the results of a supervised fast, careful palpation with intraoperative US is essential for intraoperative detection of insulinomas and surgical resection is the best choice for treatment of benign insulinomas.     

Accurate Preoperative Localization of Insulinomas Avoids the Need for Blind Resection and Reoperation: Analysis of a Single Institution Experience with 17 Surgically Treated Tumors over 19 Years

Introduction  Presently, the need for and choice of preoperative localization tests for insulinomas remain controversial. We report the results from a single institution experience whereby the management policy adopted was that of accurate preoperative localization before surgical exploration. Materials and Methods  From 1990 to 2008, 17 patients with a clinical and biochemical diagnosis of an insulinoma who underwent surgery were retrospectively reviewed. The diagnosis of all insulinomas were confirmed pathologically. Results  All tumors were localized preoperatively and an average of 2.2 preoperative localization studies including 1.4 noninvasive studies and 0.8 invasive studies were utilized per patient. Invasive localization modalities were more sensitive (92%) than noninvasive modalities in localizing insulinomas (71%). Intra-arterial calcium stimulation with hepatic venous sampling was the most sensitive invasive modality (100%), whereas magnetic resonance imaging was the most sensitive noninvasive modality (63%). Fifteen of 17 tumors (88%) were localized intraoperatively via inspection/palpation and/or intraoperative ultrasonography. Both insulinomas which were not localized intraoperatively were localized correctly to the distal pancreas via preoperative transhepatic portal venous sampling. None of the patients required a blind resection or surgical reexploration for failed localization. All 17 patients underwent complete surgical resection which included eight enucleations and nine distal pancreatectomies with a cure rate of 94% (16/17) at a median follow-up of 35 (range, 1–217) months. The postoperative morbidity and long-term outcome of enucleation was similar to distal pancreatectomy despite a higher rate of microscopic margin involvement. Conclusion  Accurate preoperative localization of insulinomas is useful as it eliminates the need for blind distal pancreatectomy and avoids reoperation. Complete surgical resection is the treatment of choice, and whenever possible, a pancreas-sparing approach such as enucleation should be adopted.