Distal pancreatectomy

What does "Distal pancreatectomy" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Distal pancreatectomy" is a term used in medicine to describe a surgical procedure. In this operation, the surgeon removes the tail end of the pancreas, which is the part furthest away from the center of the body. This procedure is often done when there is a disease or problem in that specific part of the pancreas.

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