[Diagnostic and therapeutic punctures of pancreatic cavities under control of ultrasonic investigations].

Transcutaneous puncture of pancreatic cavities under ultrasonographic control was conducted in 68 patients. The cavity contents investigation using cytological, bacteriological and biochemical methods was conducted. The method permits to diagnose the cavity, its connection with ductal system of pancreas, to select the adequate antibacterial therapy, to conduct the cavity decompression before the operation. It may be applied for symptomatic treatment conduction. There were no complications observed as a consequence of the procedure.