A more radical perspective on surgical approach and outcomes in pancreatic cancer-a narrative review

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Background and Objective: Pancreatic adenocarcinoma remains a dismal disease and is expected to become an even greater burden in the near future. This review focuses on the different surgical aspects for pancreaticoduodenectomy (PD), distal and total pancreatectomy (TP), incorporating lessons from both the western and eastern visions in treating pancreatic cancer. Methods: We conducted an extensive literature review through PubMed, prioritizing papers published in the last 5 years, but older emblematic papers were also included. We included articles that explored the treatment of pancreatic adenocarcinoma, with focus on the surgical aspect and strategies to improve outcomes. References of selected articles were also reviewed to identify any missed studies. Only papers in English were included. Key Content and Findings: As evidence continues to build, it is clear that both systemic and surgical therapies have a fundamental and complementary role. State of art surgical treatment encompasses complete mesopancreas excision for radical lymphadenectomy. Preoperative planning of dissection planes, extensive knowledge of vascular anatomic variations, oncological principles and expertise for vascular resections are mandatory to perform a more radical operation, in pursuit of improved outcomes. Conclusions: Based on current data, patient selection remains key and a more radical surgical approach brings more accomplishing results bringing as to believe that more is better.

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de Souza M. Fernandes, E., de Mello, F. P. T., Braga, E. P., de Souza, G. O., Andrade, R., Pimentel, L. S., … Torres, O. J. M. (2023, August 1). A more radical perspective on surgical approach and outcomes in pancreatic cancer-a narrative review. Journal of Gastrointestinal Oncology. AME Publishing Company. https://doi.org/10.21037/jgo-22-763

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