Pancreaticoduodenectomy

Pancreaticoduodenectomy (pronounced pan-kree-uh-tik-oh-doo-uh-den-ek-tuh-mee), also known as the Whipple procedure, is a complex surgical operation involving the removal of the head of the pancreas, the duodenum, a portion of the stomach, and other nearby tissues.

Etymology

The term "Pancreaticoduodenectomy" is derived from the Greek words pankreas (pancreas), dodeka (twelve), and ektome (excision). The term "Whipple procedure" is named after Dr. Allen Whipple, the American surgeon who first described the operation in detail in 1935.

Procedure

The Pancreaticoduodenectomy is performed to treat cancers involving the head of the pancreas and the periampullary region. The operation involves the removal of the distal segment of the stomach (pylorus and antrum), the entire duodenum, the head of the pancreas, the common bile duct, and the gallbladder. The remaining pancreas, bile duct, and stomach are then reconnected to the jejunum to allow digestion to continue.

Related Terms

Pancreas: A glandular organ in the digestive system and endocrine system of vertebrates.
Duodenum: The first section of the small intestine in most higher vertebrates.
Stomach: A muscular organ located on the left side of the upper abdomen.
Cancer: A group of diseases involving abnormal cell growth with the potential to invade or spread to other parts of the body.
Jejunum: The second part of the small intestine in humans and most higher vertebrates, including mammals, birds, and reptiles.

External links

Medical encyclopedia article on Pancreaticoduodenectomy
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