Pancreatitis
Surgery
Surgery of the pancreas is
avoided, if possible, because the gland is easily damaged. But surgery may be
needed to remove infected or damaged tissue (pancreatic necrosis). The gallbladder may be removed
to prevent future attacks from
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Surgery choices
One of two surgeries can be done to remove the gallbladder if gallstones are causing pancreatitis:
Surgeons may choose among several techniques to remove damaged pancreatic tissue.
| By: | Reference Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: Reference October 31, 2011 |
| Medical Review: | Reference Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
Reference Peter J. Kahrilas, MD - Gastroenterology |
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