Functional, biological, and radiological evaluation of the pancreaticojejunal anastomosis 1 year after pancreatoduodenectomy: a prospective study.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

This prospective study aimed to analyze the functional, biological, and radiological aspects of the pancreatic anastomosis 1 year after pancreatoduodenectomy (PD).

Methods

From 2016 to 2019, patients with PD indication were screened. Questionnaires about pancreas insufficiency, fecal elastase tests, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) were performed before and 1 year after PD.

Results

Twenty patients were prospectively included. The only difference between pre- and postoperative questionnaires was constipation (less frequent 1 year after PD). Median pre- and postoperative fecal elastase levels were 96 μg/g (IQR 15-196, normal value > 200) and 15 μg/g (IQR 15-26, p = 0.042). There were no significant differences in terms of main pancreatic duct (MPD) size (4,

SUBMITTER: Joliat GR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10444682 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature