Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jan 29, 2026

DIPLOMA Approach for Standardized Pathology Assessment of Distal Pancreatectomy Specimens
Published on: February 1, 2020
The effectiveness of Hemopatch™ in preventing postoperative distal pancreatectomy fistulas
Anna Pisapia1, Enrico Crolla1, Michele Saracco2
1a Department of General Surgery , A.O.R.N. "A. Cardarelli" , Naples , Italy.
Objectives:
Postoperative fistula after distal pancreatectomy (DP) is still a significant complication, although many tools and tips have been utilized to try to reduce its elevated frequency. This paper focuses on the role of a sealing hemostatic device, Hemopatch™, to prevent postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF) after DP.
Methods:
Retrospectively we divided our sampling of 57 patients submitted to DP into two groups according to the availability of the device: 18 patients without Hemopatch™ and 39 patients using Hemopatch™.
Results:
Significant difference was observed in leak occurrence (p < 0.05). No significant association was observed between the number of blood transfusions, the frequency of postoperative complications, associated splenectomy and POPF.
Conclusion:
This is a preliminary study and the first focused on the prevention of POPF after DP using Hemopatch™. Thanks to its double function of hemostasis and sealant, Hemopatch™ can be taken into consideration as an efficacy tool to prevent pancreatic POPF.
Related Concept Videos
Cancer Prevention
Some...
Prevention of Further Absorption of Poison
Preventive Healthcare Services
Peripheral Artery Disease V: Postoperative Nursing Management
Pneumonia V: Nursing management and Prevention
The nurse must practice strict medical asepsis and adhere to infection control guidelines to minimize healthcare-associated infections.
Enhance airway patency
Position the patient correctly to facilitate drainage of the affected lung segments. Manual or mechanical percussion and vibration can also be employed....
Healthcare Associated Infections II: Preventive Measures
The best practices for preventing healthcare-associated infections include hand hygiene, patient risk...

