An Evaluation of a New Technique Utilizing a Biologic Glue and Tissue Patch to Seal the Cut Edge of the Pancreas Following Removal of the Tail of the Pancreas
1. completion of a successful distal pancreatectomy with/without splenectomy
2. patient must have a pancreatic remnant in place
3. there must be a viable falciform ligament for creation of the autologous patch
You may not be if
1. patients undergoing total pancreatectomy
2. patients undergoing distal pancreatectomy who have previously completed a right sided resection of the pancreatic head, uncinate and neck
3. failure to sign informed consent
4. pregnant patients
5. patients in whom previous surgery has eliminated the falciform ligament, i.e. previous liver resection
Clareo Health | An Evaluation of a New Technique Utilizing a Biologic Glue and Tissue Patch to Seal the Cut Edge of the Pancreas Following Removal of the Tail of the Pancreas
