Abstract
Endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration (EUS-FNA) is a standard procedure for precise histological diagnosis of pancreas tumors, but it is sometimes difficult to obtain adequate specimens. EUS Sonopsy CY® is a newly designed needle with original features. This randomized study will compare the tissue collection rate of EUS Sonopsy CY® to that of a conventional needle in EUS-FNA. The major eligibility criteria are as follows: Patients with a pancreatic mass referred for EUSFNA; age ≥20 years, and performance status < 4. The primary outcome is the tissue collection rate. This study will elucidate the efficacy of EUS Sonopsy CY®.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 417-420 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Acta medica Okayama |
Volume | 70 |
Issue number | 5 |
Publication status | Published - 2016 |
Keywords
- Endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration
- Menghini type needle tip
- Pancreatic cancer
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology(all)