@kim1965 ,
I had similar surgery ( distal pancreatectomy, with gallbladder, spleen removal, some metastatic spots on my liver plus total histerectomy). It was done surgically and was about 8.5-9 hrs. Went to the hospital at 6:45, had an epidural catheter for painmeds, Foleys, drain from the belly, and a feeding tube( luckily not used, going out March 3). Stayed at the hospital for 6 days. Still not fully functional ( 13" " cut"). Feeling a bit better everyday. Navigated stairs on the 2nd week. Have issues with gaining weight but working on it.
Good luck with your surgery! God be with you!