Endoscopic lithotripsy of gastric bezoars using a laser-ignited mini-explosive device
Huang, Y.C.; Guo, Z.H.; Gu, Y.; Yang, J.Q.; Liu, Q.C.; Cheng, G.Y.; Chen, H.L.
Chinese Medical Journal 103(2): 152-155
1990
ISSN/ISBN: 0366-6999 PMID: 1975229 Document Number: 357772
This paper reports the successful experiences of in vitro and in vivo studies on endoscopic fragmentation of gastric bezoars using a laser-ignited mini-explosive device. This new technique has been used clinically in 31 patients with gastric bezoars since January 1988. All patients were completely cured without any complication. The relationship between gastric bezoars and ulcers, and the technique of treatment were discussed.