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What do you suggest if my dad is supposed to undergo whipple for adenocarcinoma of val ampula?

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Find an experienced: An experienced surgeon who does whipple procedure at least once or twice a month is desirable as it is a complex surgery with many potential complications that can occur.

Dr Colegrove agreed

Answered 7/23/2014

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