Pancreatic necrosectomy is a surgical or minimally invasive procedure to remove dead (necrotic) tissue from the pancreas in patients with severe acute necrotizing pancreatitis. It is performed when infection, persistent symptoms, or complications develop despite medical management. This procedure helps control infection, relieve pain, and prevent life-threatening complications.
It is a procedure to surgically remove dead or infected tissue from the pancreas caused by severe pancreatitis. The goal is to preserve as much healthy pancreatic tissue as possible while eliminating infection.
It may be required if:
There are different approaches:
The choice depends on the patient’s condition and extent of necrosis.
Yes. While it is a high-risk procedure, it is considered the most effective treatment for infected pancreatic necrosis. Risks include bleeding, infection, fistula formation, or recurrence, but outcomes are good in experienced centers.
In specialized centers, necrosectomy has good survival rates and significantly improves quality of life by controlling infection and restoring health. Some patients may need enzyme supplements or diabetes management afterward.
Suppose you or a loved one is suffering from severe pancreatitis with complications. In that case, the Gastrointestinal Surgery & Critical Care Team at Baby Memorial Hospital (BMH) provides advanced pancreatic necrosectomy procedures with expert surgical care, minimally invasive options, and comprehensive post-operative support.
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