What does pancreaticoduodenectomy mean?

Pancreaticoduodenectomy refers to a kind of operation that partially removes pancreaticoduodenectomy between pancreas and small intestine. This operation is usually a method to treat pancreatic cancer and pancreatitis. Pancreatoduodenectomy is usually divided into two types: Whipple operation and pancreatectomy. After the operation, patients need long-term planned follow-up and treatment.

Pancreaticoduodenectomy is usually performed in extremely serious cases. This operation is risky and requires a surgeon who is proficient in related technologies. Even if it is performed by an experienced doctor, this kind of operation is still complicated and challenging.

Pancreaticoduodenectomy has a high success rate and can treat many diseases, including but not limited to pancreatic cancer, pancreatitis, ampullary cancer and gallbladder cancer. However, postoperative patients need to pay attention to daily living habits and diet to ensure physical recovery. At the same time, we should avoid the influence of hepatitis virus, calculus and gastric ulcer, so as not to affect our health.