A Prospectively Validated Clinical Risk Score Accurately Predicts Pancreatic Fistula after Pancreatoduodenectomy

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Charles M. Vollmer · Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania

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A simple 10-point Fistula Risk Score derived during pancreaticoduodenectomy accurately predicts subsequent CR-POPF. It can be readily learned and broadly deployed. This prediction tool can help surgeons anticipate, identify, and manage this ominous complication from the outset.

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Pancreatic and Hepatic Oncology Research Pancreatitis Pathology and Treatment Gallbladder and Bile Duct Disorders

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Published in: Journal of the American College of Surgeons

Volume 216, Issue 1, pp. 1-14

DOI: 10.1016/j.jamcollsurg.2012.09.002

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A Prospectively Validated Clinical Risk Score Accurately Predicts Pancreatic Fistula after Pancreatoduodenectomy

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