The management of non-functional pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors (NF-PNETs) less than 2 cm in size is controversial, and there is no clear consensus on whether or not these tumors should be removed. Some studies have suggested that small NF-PNETs have a
A pancreatic fistula or leak is a complication that can occur after surgery to the pancreas or other nearby organs. It is a condition in which pancreatic juice leaks from the pancreas and into the abdominal cavity, causing inflammation and
What is a distal pancreatectomy? A distal pancreatectomy is a surgical procedure in which the tail and body of the pancreas are removed. This type of surgery is typically used to treat tumors or other conditions affecting the lower portion