ProMedica published a meta-analysis of 5 studies involving 548 patients showing no significant difference in clinical success between upfront and step-up endoscopic necrosectomy for walled-off pancreatic necrosis.

ProMedica is a mission-based, not-for-profit health care organization headquartered in Toledo, Ohio. The organization serves communities in 17 states and employs approximately 19,000 people. It offers acute and ambulatory care, a dental and vision plan, and post-acute and academic business lines. ProMedica owns and operates 10 hospitals and has an affiliated interest in one additional hospital. The organization has 2,500+ physicians and advanced practice providers with privileges and 1,300+ health care providers employed by ProMedica Physicians. Driven by its Mission to improve health and well-being, ProMedica has been nationally recognized for its top-tier clinical excellence and efforts to address social determinants of health.