Vessels-Sparing Spleen-Preserving Distal Pancreatectomy. Discussion of Management of a Benign Pancreatic Cyst

Abstract

Context: The septic and haematological consequences of splenectomy lead to the development of spleen-preserving techniques during distal pancreatectomy. Case Report: We report a case of a middle age woman who underwent spleen-preserving distal pancreatectomy for a symptomatic pancreatic cystic lesion. The diagnostic and therapeutic challenges faced when caring for such patients are discussed. The indications for SPDP are visited, different techniques for spleenpreserving pancreatectomy are examined and the rationale behind the chosen technique is explained. Conclusion: Vessels-Sparing, Spleen-preserving distal pancreatectomy is an optimum choice for benign Pancreatic Cystic Lesions.