Modified pancreatoduodenectomy for carcinoma of the head of the pancreas: preliminary report.
A new technic for restoration of gastrointestinal continuity following pancreatoduodenectomy for cinoma of the head of the pancreas is described and the advantages discussed. We believe this method prevents any leakage of the anastomosis and reduces mortality and morbidity because of better drainage. Also, by avoiding stasis, infection, which is a common complication in this kind of surgery, is prevented.
D004386:Duodenum / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D010180:Pancreatectomy / Q000379:methods*; D010190:Pancreatic Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery*; D013997:Time Factors