ArticleCureus2022
Modified Puestow Procedure for Chronic Pancreatitis in an Adolescent Female.
Article in Cureus, 2022. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.
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Abstract
Chronic pancreatitis is an inflammatory condition resulting in fibrosis and consequent destruction of pancreatic tissue and loss of exocrine and endocrine function. Despite being an uncommon disease in adults, its incidence in children is significantly lower. Crucial surgical intervention is considered in pediatric cases where pain management and reducing the risk of future cancer development are of concern. The efficacy of the Rochelle-Partington modification of the Puestow procedure in remedying chronic pancreatitis has shown satisfactory long-term results, especially in pediatric cases, however, not without side effects. A 13-year-old girl who suffers from recurrent abdominal pain attributed to chronic pancreatitis underwent the Rochelle-Partington modification of the Puestow procedure to mitigate her symptoms. The postoperative course was complicated by small bowel obstruction necessitating revision of the enteroenteric anastomosis. After three years since surgery, the patient remains pain-free, well-nourished, and leads a normal life without the interruption of her daily activities. While still left to be seen if the modified Puestow procedure serves to be the superior choice in the treatment of chronic pancreatitis, it remains a safe choice for surgical treatment among adolescents. Sustaining pancreatic function is essential in pediatric cases where the long-term quality of life is concerned to reduce chronic pain and maintain nutrition.
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