Distal Pancreatectomy | Pancreatic Tail Surgery

Distal Pancreatectomy

Pancreatic Tail Surgery by Dr. Ashok Kumar

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What is Distal Pancreatectomy?

Surgical removal of pancreatic body and tail for cancer or chronic pancreatitis. Spleen preservation attempted when possible. Excellent pain relief in chronic pancreatitis with low morbidity.

Indications

  • Pancreatic body/tail cancer
  • Chronic pancreatitis with intractable pain
  • Pancreatic trauma
  • Benign tumors

Surgical Technique

Mobilization of pancreatic tail. Division of splenic vessels (spleen-preserving technique preferred). Transection of pancreas with hemostasis. Specimen extraction.

Recovery

Hospital stay 5-7 days. Pain relief excellent in CP. Requires lifelong pancreatic enzyme supplementation and diabetes management. Full recovery 8-12 weeks.