Real-time detection of gastrointestinal leaks via bismuth chelate-enhanced X-ray gastroenterography

Anastomotic leaks are among the most dreaded complications following gastrointestinal (GI) surgery, and contrast-enhanced X-ray gastroenterography is considered the preferred initial diagnostic method for GI leaks. However, from fundamental research to clinical practice, the only oral iodinated cont...

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Published in:Biomaterials 2024-12, Vol.311, p.122646, Article 122646
Main Authors: Pan, Jinbin, Wang, Jiaojiao, Zhao, Yujie, Han, Bing, Shu, Gang, Ma, Min, Wang, Xu, Wei, Xi, Hou, Wenjing, Sun, Shao-Kai
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Language:English
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Bismuth
Computed tomography
Gastroenterography
Gastrointestinal leaks
X-ray
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Summary:Anastomotic leaks are among the most dreaded complications following gastrointestinal (GI) surgery, and contrast-enhanced X-ray gastroenterography is considered the preferred initial diagnostic method for GI leaks. However, from fundamental research to clinical practice, the only oral iodinated contrast agents currently available for GI leaks detection are facing several challenges, including low sensitivity, iodine allergy, and contraindications in patients with thyroid diseases. Herein, we propose a cinematic contrast-enhanced X-ray gastroenterography for the real-time detection of GI leaks with an iodine-free bismuth chelate (Bi-DTPA) for the first time. The Bi-DTPA, synthesized through a straightforward one-pot method, offers distinct advantages such as no need for purification, a nearly 100 % yield, large-scale production capability, and good biocompatibility. The remarkable X-ray attenuation properties of Bi-DTPA enable real-time dynamic visualization of whole GI tract under both X-ray gastroenterography and computed tomography (CT) imaging. More importantly, the leaky site and severity can be both clearly displayed during Bi-DTPA-enhanced gastroenterography in a rat model with esophageal leakage. The proposed movie-like Bi-DTPA-enhanced X-ray imaging approach presents a promising alternative to traditional GI radiography based on iodinated molecules. It demonstrates significant potential in addressing concerns related to iodine-associated adverse effects and offers an alternative method for visually detecting gastrointestinal leaks. [Display omitted]
ISSN:0142-9612
1878-5905
1878-5905
DOI:10.1016/j.biomaterials.2024.122646