Reconstruction following the pylorus preserving Whipple resection: PJ, HJ, and DJ

J Gastrointest Surg. 2010 Feb;14(2):408-15. doi: 10.1007/s11605-009-1066-5. Epub 2009 Oct 20.

Abstract

Introduction: Pancreaticoduodenectomy is one of the most challenging procedures performed by general surgeons.

Discussion: Many studies have been performed looking at the technical aspects of reconstruction after pancreaticoduodenal resection. Multiple randomized trials have failed to convincingly demonstrate the superiority of any single approach or technique. Here, we illustrate our approach to reconstruction, with an emphasis on technical aspects and details.

Conclusion: The fine points can help avoid technical errors that result in anastomotic failure.

MeSH terms

  • Anastomosis, Surgical / methods
  • Bile Ducts, Extrahepatic / surgery*
  • Common Bile Duct Neoplasms / surgery*
  • Gastroenterostomy
  • Humans
  • Jejunum / surgery*
  • Pancreas / surgery*
  • Pancreatic Neoplasms / surgery*
  • Pancreaticoduodenectomy / methods*
  • Pancreaticojejunostomy / methods
  • Pylorus / surgery