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A novel dual-drainage system for managing a duodenal stump leak with intra-abdominal hemorrhage postgastrectomy: A case report.

ZhuoDong Li, Wei Chai, Xin Yang, YingRou Liu

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ZhuoDong LiCangzhou Central Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Cangzhou, Hebei, China.ORCID 0009-0006-5487-0687
Wei ChaiDepartment of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, Cangzhou Central Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Cangzhou, Hebei, China.
Xin YangCangzhou Central Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Cangzhou, Hebei, China.
YingRou LiuCangzhou Central Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Cangzhou, Hebei, China.

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rationaleDuodenal stump leakage followed by intra-abdominal hemorrhage is a rare but serious complication of gastrectomy. Managing this condition is highly challenging. We describe a novel approach using a combined intra- and extraluminal drainage system that proved to be a simple, safe, and effective solution. PATIENT CONCERNS: A 66-year-old male with a history of hypertension and coronary artery disease presented with a 1-year history of epigastric distension and discomfort. After undergoing radical total gastrectomy for gastric adenocarcinoma, he developed increased abdominal drain output and pain, followed by acute hemorrhage from the drain site. DIAGNOSES: Postoperative duodenal stump leak (diagnosed on postoperative day [POD] 6 by computed tomography scan) complicated by subsequent rupture and hemorrhage of the left hepatic artery (confirmed on POD 10 during emergency laparoscopy).

interventionsThe initial duodenal leak (POD 6) was managed with computed tomography-guided percutaneous catheter drainage. On POD 10, due to an acute intra-abdominal hemorrhage, emergency surgery was performed. After securing hemostasis of the left hepatic artery and primary suturing of the duodenal leak, a 20-French T-tube was inserted into the duodenum for intraluminal decompression. A double-cannula system was then placed adjacent to the leak site for continuous extraluminal irrigation and suction. OUTCOMES: Following the procedure, the patient's condition improved steadily. The double-cannula irrigation system was removed on POD 30, and the patient was discharged. The T-tube was clamped on POD 30 and successfully removed on POD 48. The patient recovered completely without further complications. LESSONS: The technique of T-tube intraluminal drainage combined with continuous extraluminal irrigation via a double-cannula system provides an effective management strategy for duodenal stump leakage complicated by intra-abdominal hemorrhage. This case highlights that optimal outcomes in such complex scenarios are best achieved through a comprehensive strategy that integrates innovative surgical techniques with systematic perioperative nutritional and metabolic support.

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Anastomotic LeakDrainageDuodenumGastrectomyPostoperative HemorrhageAdenocarcinomaAgedHumansMaleStomach NeoplasmsTomography, X-Ray Computedcase reportdrainageduodenal stump leakgastrectomyintra-abdominal hemorrhageirrigationT-tube

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