Precision Care for Pancreatic Health
Pancreas surgery, or pancreatic surgery, is often performed to address diseases of the pancreas, such as pancreatic cancer, chronic pancreatitis, and other conditions that impact its function. Due to the pancreas’ complex location and functions (involved in digestion and blood sugar regulation), pancreatic surgeries are intricate and require specialized care.
Pancreatic Cancer: Surgery is the primary treatment for localized pancreatic cancer, especially if it hasn’t spread beyond the pancreas.
Chronic Pancreatitis: Surgery may be needed if chronic inflammation causes severe pain or complications that don’t respond to other treatments.
Pancreatic Cysts and Benign Tumors: Certain cysts or tumors may pose a risk of cancer or cause symptoms, warranting surgical removal.
Neuroendocrine Tumors: These are typically slow-growing tumors that may be treated with surgery, depending on their size, location, and symptoms.
Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy): In this procedure, Gastrointestinal surgeon removes the head of the pancreas, parts of the stomach and small intestine, gallbladder, and sometimes part of the bile duct. Usually Gastrointestinal doctor perform this surgery for tumors in the head of the pancreas, including pancreatic cancer, bile duct cancer, and certain benign tumors.
Distal Pancreatectomy: in this procedure gastrointestinal surgeon removes the tail of the pancreas. This procedure generally performed for tumors in the tail or body of the pancreas.
Total Pancreatectomy: in this procedure removes the entire pancreas, along with the gallbladder, parts of the stomach and small intestine, and possibly the spleen. When cancer spread across entire pancreas, Gastrointestinal Surgeon advice to remove entire Pancreas
Usually Pancreatic Surgery is generally done in two main ways: Laparoscopy and open Surgery, each chosen based on the patient’s condition and the surgeon’s recommendation.
Dr. Nirav Vakani, recognized as the top gastroenterologist in Ahmedabad, is a leading expert in pancreas surgery, offering exceptional care for pancreatic conditions, including tumors, cysts, and chronic pancreatitis. With over a 12 Years of experience, he specializes in advanced surgical techniques, including minimally invasive procedures, ensuring precise treatment and faster recovery.
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