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Laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy

 
Guidance issued
 
Number: IPG204

Summary

The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) has issued full guidance to the NHS in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland on laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy.

Description

Laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy is the removal of the left part of the pancreas (an organ in the upper abdomen that is involved in digestion and produces insulin). The procedure is carried out through small incisions in the abdomen, using a fine telescope to see inside the body (also known as 'keyhole surgery').

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Details

Arrangement:
Normal
Topic area:
Digestive system
Surgical procedures
Specialty:
Gastroenterology
Specialist advice has been sought from:

Association of Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeons of GB & Ireland

British Society of Gastroenterology

Association of laparoscopic surgeons of GB & Ireland

Pancreatic Society of GB & Ireland

Date notified to NICE:
04 January 2005
Provisional consultation date:
Autumn 2006
Guidance issue date:
24 January 2007

Contact details:

Project manager (for general enquiries or comments)
(for general enquiries or comments)
Ben Doak
Technical lead
(for procedure specific enquiries or comments)
Helen Gallo
ip@nice.nhs.uk
Contact Address:

Interventional Procedures Programme
National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence
MidCity Place
71 High Holborn
London
WC1V 6NA

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