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BTK Surgical Oncology Oral Board Review - Sample Episode 2 - Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma

Behind The Knife: The Surgery Podcast

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Determining Feasibility of Surgical Resection for Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma

This chapter discusses the critical factors to consider when determining the feasibility of surgical resection for pancreatic adenocarcinoma. It emphasizes the importance of anatomic resectability, biologic resectability, and the patient's conditional status in determining the appropriateness of an upfront surgical approach. The chapter also discusses the considerations for preoperative biliary drainage and attaining a tissue diagnosis before surgery.

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