Pancreatic Resection in the Octogenarian: A Safe Option for Pancreatic Malignancy

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Authors

Ioannis Hatzaras · The Ohio State University

Carl Schmidt · The Ohio State University

Dori Klemanski · The Ohio State University

Peter Muscarella · The Ohio State University

Scott Melvin · The Ohio State University

Christopher E. Ellison · The Ohio State University

Mark Bloomston ·

Abstract

Pancreatectomy for malignancy is a safe option for the elderly. Patients older than age 80 achieved similar results, with similar rates of perioperative complications and mortality. Pancreatectomy for cancer offers a similar survival benefit in both groups.

Topics & Keywords

Pancreatic and Hepatic Oncology Research Neuroendocrine Tumor Research Advances Pancreatitis Pathology and Treatment

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Journal of the American College of Surgeons

Volume 212, Issue 3, pp. 373-377

DOI: 10.1016/j.jamcollsurg.2010.10.015

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