Laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy
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
Surgical procedures
Association of Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeons of GB & Ireland
British Society of Gastroenterology
Association of laparoscopic surgeons of GB & Ireland
Pancreatic Society of GB & Ireland
Contact details:
(for general enquiries or comments)
(for procedure specific enquiries or comments)
ip@nice.nhs.uk
Interventional Procedures Programme
National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence
MidCity Place
71 High Holborn
London
WC1V 6NA
