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  • Oncology
  • Surgical Oncology
  • Gastroenterology

Background:

  • Pancreatic cancer has a poor prognosis, posing significant challenges for surgical intervention.
  • Centralization of pancreatic surgery in high-volume centers has enabled more radical and successful procedures.
  • Improving resectability rates, currently below 10%, is critical for curative-intent surgery.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review recent advancements in surgical approaches for pancreatic cancer.
  • To evaluate the risks and benefits of vascular reconstruction in enhancing resectability.
  • To explore new techniques and the role of neoadjuvant therapies in managing complex pancreatic tumors.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature on pancreatic cancer surgical techniques.
  • Analysis of data on vascular and multivisceral resections.
  • Evaluation of neoadjuvant and adjuvant treatment strategies.
  • Assessment of minimally invasive approaches like laparoscopic and robotic surgery.

Main Results:

  • Vascular reconstruction, especially venous resection, is increasingly incorporated to improve tumor removal.
  • Arterial resections are reserved for highly selected cases due to associated risks.
  • Neoadjuvant chemoradiation expands surgical indications for borderline and locally advanced tumors.
  • Minimally invasive techniques offer benefits like reduced blood loss and shorter hospital stays in specialized centers.

Conclusions:

  • Advanced surgical techniques and vascular reconstruction offer viable options for curative-intent surgery in complex pancreatic cancer.
  • Neoadjuvant therapies play a crucial role in downstaging tumors and increasing operability.
  • High-volume centers and specialized approaches are key to improving outcomes in pancreatic cancer surgery.