The effect of perioperative fluid volume restriction in postoperative complication of pancreaticoduodenectomy

Abstract

Background: Complications following pancreaticoduodenectomy are reported to be still high. Pancreatic fistula has been the most common complication after the surgery. Perioperative fluid restriction has been suggested to reduce morbidity and length of stay. However, there are few studies regarding fluid restriction of pancreatobiliary surgery. The purpose of this study was to compare the morbidity following pancreaticoduodenectomy between fluid restriction group and conventional management group.