Distal Pancreatectomy Surgery: 3) How to Prepare for a Successful Recovery

This video is part of a Northwell Health patient education series on distal pancreatectomy procedure, which is the removal of the body or tail of the pancreas. The purpose of this video is to provide patients with the best preparation for successful recovery after their pancreatectomy surgery. Our goal is that you and your loved ones understand what to expect during each phase of recovery. Northwell Health uses evidence-based pathways to get you back to your regular activities after surgery as soon as possible. These post-operative pathways are grounded in research and proven to reduce the stress of surgery, decrease narcotic use, lower post-operative complications and shorten the amount of time spent in the hospital.


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