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Pancreatic surgery is performed to remove some portion of the pancreas or the entire pancreas, depending upon the patient's medical condition.
Pancreatectomy or pancreaticoduodenectomy (Whipple procedure)
All disorders affecting your pancreas and its surrounding tissues are treated with pancreatic surgery, including:
The gastroenterologist may recommend pancreatic surgery in the following conditions:
Surgery is required for the majority of pancreatic cancer patients. Surgical procedures can be open, laparoscopic, or robotic. The possibilities are listed below:
Understanding the steps before pancreatic surgery helps to plan. A cancer patient's case is one-of-a-kind. The doctor will go through every operation step with you in great detail. As a result, doctors will talk about the importance of pancreatic surgery with their patients before proceeding with the procedure.
The doctor will check if pH, vital signs, blood sugar, and blood pressure levels are within normal limits. The operation will be postponed if any health indicators change abnormally.
It can be done laparoscopically by small holes or open surgery by incision on abdomen.
The incisions are closed or stapled back when the pancreatic surgery is completed. Nurses administer antiseptic and wrap the affected regions with cotton wool to prevent bleeding and infection. The cotton dressing is also used to keep the sutures intact.
Even in the best possible conditions, many patients experience difficulties due to the operation. These may include the following:
You will be given injections, medications, or pain relievers to help you sleep after successfully completing the pancreatic surgery.
Your doctor regularly checks your vital signs. The doctor will take the requisite measures if the vital indicators are undesirable. If necessary, your system might be transfused with blood or glucose.
Physiotherapy might start while you're in the hospital to maintain your body healthy. Post-op yoga or meditation can be incorporated into these sessions as well. These exercises can be repeated at home afterward.
You will be permitted to return home if your health has significantly improved. Your doctor will create a food plan for you and some drugs you must take regularly.
It is essential to intake a healthy diet to keep your body fit during the healing phase. Your body's tolerance level decreases after pancreatic surgery to a degree. As a result, a nutritious diet might make it easier for your body to tolerate harsh medications.
Follow-up consultations are required following pancreatic surgery. It demonstrates how well your rehabilitation is progressing. During follow-up exams, various tests may be performed to confirm that your health is in good working order.
Temporary admission to a professional recovery center may be required for older persons and people with serious health problems. If you have concerns about your home rehabilitation, discuss them with your doctor and team.
After four to six weeks, most patients can resume their normal activities. The length of time it takes for people to heal depends on their health before surgery and the delicacy of the procedure.
A pancreatic cancer survivor who has his pancreas completely removed develops diabetes. Such people must take diabetic medications for the remainder of their lives and refrain from eating particular foods.
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