Abstract
Objective: To evaluate the preventive effect of autologous falciform ligament patch for pancreatic fistula in reinforced pancreaticojejunostomy. Methods: Between June 2010 and July 2011, autologous falciform ligament patch wrap around reinforced pancreaticojejunostomy was performed on 6 cases of pancreatoduodenectomy with soft pancreas. Postoperative complications and drainage of the abdominal cavity were observed. Results: Operations were performed successfully on all of the 6 cases and no serious complications or pancreatic fistula occurred after operation. Conclusion: Autologous falciform ligament patch is easily obtained in operation, and autologous falciform ligament patch wrap around reinforced pancreaticojejunostomy is a feasible and reliable procedure for preventing pancreatic fistula.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 125-127 |
| Number of pages | 3 |
| Journal | Journal of Xi'an Jiaotong University (Medical Sciences) |
| Volume | 34 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| State | Published - Jan 2013 |
Keywords
- Falciform ligament
- Pancreatic fistula
- Pancreaticojejunostomy
- Pancreatoduodenectomy