Frey's procedure
Frey's Procedure
Frey's procedure (pronunciation: frayz proh-see-jur) is a surgical intervention used primarily to treat chronic pancreatitis. The procedure involves the removal of a portion of the pancreas and the creation of a new drainage pathway for pancreatic enzymes.
Etymology
The procedure is named after the French surgeon, Claude Frey, who first described it in 1987.
Procedure
Frey's procedure is a combination of a lateral pancreaticojejunostomy and a local resection of the pancreatic head. The procedure aims to relieve pain and improve the quality of life for patients suffering from chronic pancreatitis. It is considered a less invasive alternative to the more traditional Whipple procedure.
Indications
Frey's procedure is indicated for patients with chronic pancreatitis who have dilated pancreatic ducts and a large, fibrotic head of the pancreas. It is also used in cases where there is a suspicion of small ductal adenocarcinoma.
Complications
Potential complications of Frey's procedure include pancreatic fistula, delayed gastric emptying, and diabetes mellitus. However, the risk of these complications is generally lower than with other surgical treatments for chronic pancreatitis.
Related Terms
- Chronic pancreatitis
- Pancreaticojejunostomy
- Whipple procedure
- Ductal adenocarcinoma
- Pancreatic fistula
- Delayed gastric emptying
- Diabetes mellitus
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Frey's procedure
- Wikipedia's article - Frey's procedure
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