Systematic review of total pancreatectomy and islet autotransplantation for chronic pancreatitis

Background: Total pancreatectomy and islet autotransplantation (TP/IAT) is a treatment option in a subset of patients with chronic pancreatitis. A systematic review of the literature was performed to evaluate the outcome of this procedure, with an attempt to ascertain when it is indicated. Methods:...

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Main Authors: Bramis, K, Gordon-Weeks, A, Friend, P, Bastin, E, Burls, A, Silva, M, Dennison, A
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2012