Treatments for Pancreatic Cancer
Surgical Procedures: Surgery for Pancreatic Cancer
Pancreatic carcinoma is a form of cancer that affects the pancreas. There are a few kinds of surgery used to treat pancreatic cancer.
Surgical Procedures: Pancreatectomy for Pancreatic Carcinoma
Pancreatic carcinoma is a form of cancer that affects the pancreas, the pear shaped gland that is situated between the stomach and spine. In some cases, a pancreatectomy is part of the treatment for pancreatic cancer. There are two different types which are detailed in this article.
Surgical Procedures: Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)
A Whipple can be done for several diseases including cancer of the pancreatic head, duodenum, ampulla, pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors, cholangiocarcinoma and some benign conditions. This article details what a Whipple procedure is, the types, and how to care for yourself at home.
Celiac Plexus Block
A celiac plexus block is a procedure used to manage abdominal (belly) pain caused by irritation of the celiac plexus.