Extended middle pancreatectomy for a large pancreatic cystic neoplasm: a case report

Preoperative laboratory test results, including full blood count, liver and renal function tests, blood glucose level, amylase, carcinoembryonic antigen, and cancer antigen 19.9, were within normal limits. [...]in this case, most of the pancreatic head in addition to the neck and the body of pancrea...

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Published in:Hong Kong medical journal = Xianggang yi xue za zhi 2020-12, Vol.26 (6), p.535
Main Authors: Chui, A K K, Chui, J N, Antonio, G E, Lam, K C
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Abdomen
Antigens
Pancreas
Pancreatitis
Small intestine
Tumors
Veins & arteries
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Summary:Preoperative laboratory test results, including full blood count, liver and renal function tests, blood glucose level, amylase, carcinoembryonic antigen, and cancer antigen 19.9, were within normal limits. [...]in this case, most of the pancreatic head in addition to the neck and the body of pancreas had to be resected. [...]the procedure is being formally named for the first time, EMP. [...]MP has been associated with a higher incidence of pancreatic fistula, compared with PD and extended distal pancreatectomy procedures.4 5 This has been attributed to the need to manage two pancreatic remnants by anastomosis or closure.
ISSN:1024-2708
2226-8707
DOI:10.12809/hkmj208372