The modified Blumgart anastomosis after pancreaticoduodenectomy: a retrospective single center cohort study

Abstract

The postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF) is a major complication after pancreatic head resection whereby the technique of the anastomosis is a very influencing factor. The literature describes a possible protective role of the Blumgart anastomosis.

Keywords

• blumgart technique
• pancreatic anastomosis
• pancreatic fistula
• pancreaticojejunostomy
• propensity score matching
• resection of the pancreatic head