Whipple’s surgery

Whipple surgery in JP Nagar

What is Whipple’s surgery?

The head of the pancreas, duodenum, gallbladder, and bile duct are all removed during Whipple’s procedure, also known as a pancreaticoduodenectomy.
Dr. Gautham SL provides the best whipple surgery in JP Nagar.
 

What are the diseases that can be treated under Whipple’s Surgery?

Whipple’s operation can be used to treat the following diseases:
  • Pancreatic cancer
  • Pancreatic tumors
  • Pancreatitis
  • Ampullary cancer
  • Bile duct cancer
  • Neuroendocrine tumors
  • Small bowel cancer
 

How is the procedure Carried out?

The operation can be done in one of two ways: open or minimally invasive.
Incisions are made in the belly region and the pancreas is reached using the open technique, which is performed under anaesthesia. The impacted area is then gradually divided.
Throughout the operation, the patient is given an IV to provide a continual flow of nutrition.

How should one prepare for the Procedure?

If you have a previous medical condition or are taking medications prescribed by a doctor, please let the surgeon know ahead of time.
It’s possible that the patient won’t be able to eat for a few hours before the procedure.

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Dr. Gautham SL