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Pancreaticoduodenectomy (whipple) with vascular reconstruction?

Pancreatic Cancer | Last Active: Dec 17, 2023 | Replies (14)
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I had the head of my pancreas resected in 2012 along with a section of the portal vein being resected. The surgery was without complications and I returned to work after an 8 week convalescence. Some patients may require taking a pancrealipase short or long-term as the pancreatic head is where the majority of acinar cells are found. This is the cell type responsible for producing and secreting the digestive enzymes.

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Kate | @katereese0820 | Dec 12, 2023

My husband has been diagnosed with pancreatic Cancer with the tumor located at the head of the pancreas. He is going to start chemotherapy shortly to shrink the tumor.
I am so happy to hear that you had successful surgery.
Thank you for sharing.
K

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mikewdby | @mikewdby | Dec 12, 2023

Where did you have your Surgery and where are you being treated?

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pat125 | @pat125 | Dec 12, 2023

Thanks! You give me hope!🙏

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pat125 | @pat125 | Dec 12, 2023

Thanks a lot for sharing!
Please continue to keep me posted.
I hope you will be NED soon.
Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!🙏🎄

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