Collaterals management during pancreatoduodenectomy in patients with celiac axis stenosis: A systematic review of the literature

Celiac axis stenosis (CAS) represents an uncommon and typically innocuous condition. However, when a pancreatic resection is required, a high risk for upper abdominal organs ischemia is observed. In presence of collaterals, such a risk is minimized if their preservation is realized. The aim of the present study is to systematically review the literature with the intent to address the routine management of collateral arteries in the case of CAS patients requiring pancreatoduodenectomy.

Source: Pancreatology - May 10, 2018 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Francesco Giovanardi, Quirino Lai, Manuela Garofalo, Gabriela A. Arroyo Murillo, Eleonore Choppin de Janvry, Redan Hassan, Zoe Larghi Laureiro, Adriano Consolo, Fabio Melandro, Pasquale B. Berloco Source Type: research