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Luca Santagiuliana1,2, Federico Gronchi1,2, Tommaso Dall'Olio1,2
1Department of Pancreatic Surgery, University of Verona Hospital Trust, Verona, Italy.
Frontiers in Gastroenterology (Lausanne, Switzerland)
|July 23, 2026
Summary
Early surgical intervention for chronic pancreatitis (CP) may improve pain control and quality of life. This review synthesizes current evidence on surgical options for CP, emphasizing individualized treatment planning.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology and Hepatology
- Surgical Gastroenterology
Background:
- Chronic pancreatitis (CP) is a progressive inflammatory pancreatic disease causing pain and organ insufficiency.
- Traditionally, surgery was a last resort, but early intervention shows promise.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current literature on surgical management of CP.
- To provide an overview of indications, timing, techniques, and outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Narrative synthesis of existing studies on CP surgery.
- Analysis of surgical procedures based on disease morphology and symptoms.
Main Results:
- Surgical options include drainage, resection, and combined techniques.
- Multidisciplinary evaluation is crucial for patient selection and planning.
- Early surgery may offer better pain relief and quality of life.
Conclusions:
- Contemporary evidence supports considering early surgical management for CP.
- Tailored surgical approaches and multidisciplinary care optimize outcomes.
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