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Had ercp with stents, still have extreme pain, gi says last resort for me is total pancreatectomy w/islet auto.. is this a dangerous surgery?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

You: Need to go see a hepatobiliary surgeon and get some advise. They are the specialists in this area. Ask for a referral.

Answered 3/22/2014

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Its a big : Operation. Every surgical procedure as benefits v. Risks. You and your specialist need to decide whether benefits outweigh risks.

Answered 4/5/2013

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