A technique for pancreaticogastrostomy

Am J Surg. 1998 Apr;175(4):328-9. doi: 10.1016/s0002-9610(98)00005-1.

Abstract

A technique for pancreaticogastrostomy is presented. The technique is a one-layer, invaginated anastomosis of the pancreatic remnant to the posterior gastric wall following a Whipple resection of the pancreatic head. Key steps to achieve a successful anastomosis are described. Using this technique, there have been no pancreatic anastomotic leaks in 29 consecutive patients.

MeSH terms

  • Gastrostomy / methods*
  • Humans
  • Pancreatectomy / methods*