AGUSTIN INSAUSTI

Dr. AGUSTIN INSAUSTI

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Academic Career Length

3Years (2024-Present)

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16 April 2024 in Medicina
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Alessandro FugazzaAlessandro Fugazza
Alessandro Fugazza
MAMarta Andreozzi
Marta Andreozzi
HAHamid Asadzadeh Aghdaei
Hamid Asadzadeh Aghdaei
AIAGUSTIN INSAUSTI
AGUSTIN INSAUSTI
Marco SpadacciniMarco Spadaccini
Marco Spadaccini
ARAlessandro Repici
Alessandro Repici
Gastrojejunostomy is the principal method of palliation for unresectable malignant gastric outlet obstructions (GOO). Gastrojejunostomy was traditionally performed as a surgical procedure with an open approach butrecently, notable progress in the development of minimally invasive procedures such as laparoscopic gastrojejunostomies have emerged. Additionally, advancements in endoscopic techniques, including endoscopic stenting (ES) and endoscopic ultrasound-guided gastroenterostomy (EUS-GE), are becoming more prominent. ES involves the placement of self-expandable metal stents (SEMS) to restore luminal patency. ES is commonly the first choice for patients deemed unfit for surgery or at high surgical risk. However, although ES leads to rapid improvement of symptoms, it carries limitations like higher stent dysfunction rates and the need for frequent re-interventions. Recently, EUS-GE has emerged as a potential alternative, combining the minimally invasive nature of the endoscopic approach with the long-lasting effects of a gastrojejunostomy. Having reviewed the advantages and disadvantages of these different techniques, this article aims to provide a comprehensive review regarding the management of unresectable malignant GOO.