Structured intraoperative assessment of pancreatic gland characteristics in predicting complications after pancreaticoduodenectomy

Background The morbidity rate after pancreaticoduodenectomy remains high (20–50 per cent) and postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF) is a major underlying factor. POPF has been reported to be associated with pancreatic consistency (PC) and pancreatic duct diameter (PDD). The aim was to quantify the risk of pancreaticojejunostomy-associated morbidity (PJAM) by means of a structured intraoperative assessment of both characteristics. Methods This...