Keyhole vs open surgery for pancreatic cancer: which is safer?
NCT ID NCT07388082
First seen Feb 04, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 9 times
Summary
This study compared two surgical methods for treating a rare cancer near the pancreas (periampullary adenocarcinoma). Forty patients were randomly assigned to either keyhole (laparoscopic) or open surgery. The main goal was to see which approach leads to fewer complications, especially a leak from the pancreas. Results help doctors decide the best surgical option for these patients.
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Theodor Bilharz Research Institute
Giza, Egypt
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