Clinically Relevant Pancreatic Fistula after Pancreaticoduodenectomy: How We Do It.

ABSTRACT: (1) Background: This study's goals were to investigate possible risk factors for clinically relevant postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF) grade B/C according to the updated definitions of the International Study Group of Pancreatic Surgery and to analyze possible treatment strategies; (2) Methods: Between 2017 and 2021, 200 patients were analyzed regarding the development of POPF grade B/C with an emphasis on postoperative outcome and treatment strategies; (3) Results: POPF grade B/C was observed in 39 patients (19.5%). These patients were younger, mainly male, had fewer comorbidities and showed a higher body mass index. Also, they had lower CA-19 levels, a smaller tumor size and softer pancreatic parenchyma. They experienced a worse outcome without affecting the overall mortality rate

SUBMITTER: Enderes J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9952935 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature