Changing indications for a total pancreatectomy: perspectives over a quarter of a century

ConclusionsThe indications for el‐TP have changed; it is being performed more frequently although the proportion relative to other pancreatic resections has not changed. A decrease in the rate of em‐TP is likely to reflect improved peri‐operative management of a pancreatic fistula and its complications after a pancreaticoduodenectomy.
Source: HPB: official journal of the International Hepato Pancreat Biliary Association - Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Tags: Original Article Source Type: research