Spleen-Preserving Distal Pancreatectomy that also Preserves Splenic Vessels

Wataru Kimura

Abstract

Spleen-preserving distal pancreatectomy is a common resection of the pancreas. Compared to distal pancreatectomy and splenrctomy Spleen Preserving procedure a limited resection. Recent advances in endoscopic surgery have resulted in more facilities offering laparoscopies SPDP.