Endoscopic ultrasound guided celiac plexus block

Background: Celiac plexus block is used to treat pain caused by pancreatic diseases. Most commonly, celiac plexus block is performed percutaneously under US, CT or fluoroscopic guidance, but can also be performed with EUS. The aim of this study was to prospectively assess the efficacy of EUS celiac plexus block in the management of pancreatic pain. Method: EUS-guided celiac plexus block was performed under the guidance of linear array endosonography (FG 32UA, Pentax), utilizing a sterile 22-gauge FNA needle system (“Vilman” type, GIP). The technique we used, including the location of the needle during injection,…