A jejunal wall-covering method following central pancreatectomy for prevention of a pancreatic fistula: a novel technique

Hepatogastroenterology. 2008 Jul-Aug;55(85):1478-9.

Abstract

To preserve pancreatic endocrine and exocrine function, various types of pancreatic resection, including central pancreatectomy, have been introduced as less invasive surgeries. However, postoperative pancreatic leakage has been demonstrated to be the most frequent complication following pancreas-preserving surgery. The authors' new surgical technique, a jejunal wall-covering method, helps to prevent pancreatic leakage following central pancreatectomy.

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Jejunum / surgery*
  • Pancreatectomy / adverse effects*
  • Pancreatectomy / methods*
  • Pancreatic Fistula / etiology
  • Pancreatic Fistula / prevention & control*
  • Pancreatic Neoplasms / surgery*
  • Surgical Flaps
  • Suture Techniques*