EUS-guided celiac plexus neurolysis for pain in pancreatic cancer patients – a meta-analysis and systematic review

Background: Endoscopic ultrasound guided celiac plexus neurolysis (EUS- CPN) has been reported to be an effective way to help with pain in pancreatic cancer patient. The aim of our updated meta-analysis is to assess the efficacy of pain relief in patients with pancreatic cancer who underwent EUS guided neurolysis.Methods:Pooled proportions were calculated using both Mantel-Haenszel method (fixed effects model) and DerSimonian Laird method...