AIM: To review current applications of the laparoscopic surgery while highlighting the
standard procedures across different fields. METHODS: A comprehensive search was …

Background Laparoscopic pancreaticoduodenectomy (LPD) is gaining momentum, but there
is still uncertainty regarding its safety, reproducibility, and oncologic appropriateness. This …

Ductal adenocarcinoma and its variants account for most pancreatic malignancies. High-
quality multiphase imaging can help to preoperatively distinguish between patients eligible …

The NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology (NCCN Guidelines) for Pancreatic
Adenocarcinoma discuss the workup and management of tumors of the exocrine pancreas …

BACKGROUND: Since Allen O. Whipple published his seminal paper in 1935, the
procedure that bears his name has been performed widely throughout the world and is now …

Background Robot-assisted laparoscopic pancreaticoduodenectomy is a novel minimally
invasive surgery technique, and its effectiveness and safety remain unknown in patients with …

BACKGROUND: Traditionally, pancreatic surgery is considered as one of the most complex
surgeries. The recently developed robotic technology allows surgeons to perform …

Background Laparoscopic pancreaticoduodenectomy is feasible, but requires adaptations to
established surgical techniques. The improved dexterity offered by robotic assistance …

Background As with other open procedures now routinely performed using laparoscopy,
minimally invasive pancreaticoduodenectomy (MIPD) may result in decreased pain, fewer …

Background Although minimally invasive pancreaticoduodenectomy has gained worldwide
interest, there are limited comparative studies between two minimally invasive …