AIM: To share our experience regarding the laparoscopic Frey procedure for chronic pancreatitis(CP) and patient selection.METHODS: All consecutive patients undergoingduodenum-preserving pancreatic head resection from ...AIM: To share our experience regarding the laparoscopic Frey procedure for chronic pancreatitis(CP) and patient selection.METHODS: All consecutive patients undergoingduodenum-preserving pancreatic head resection from July 2013 to July 2014 were reviewed and those undergoing the Frey procedure for CP were included in this study. Data on age, gender, body mass index(BMI), American Society of Anesthesiologists score, imaging findings, inflammatory index(white blood cells, interleukin(IL)-6, and C-reaction protein), visual analogue score score during hospitalization and outpatient visit, history of CP, operative time, estimated blood loss, and postoperative data(postoperative mortality and morbidity, postoperative length of hospital stay) were obtained for patients undergoing laparoscopic surgery. The open surgery cases in this study were analyzed for risk factors related to extensive bleeding, which was the major reason for conversion during the laparoscopic procedure. Age, gender, etiology, imaging findings, amylase level, complications due to pancreatitis, functional insufficiency, and history of CP were assessed in these patients.RESULTS: Nine laparoscopic and 37 open Frey procedures were analyzed. Of the 46 patients, 39 were male(85%) and seven were female(16%). The etiology of CP was alcohol in 32 patients(70%) and idiopathic in 14 patients(30%). Stones were found in 38 patients(83%). An inflammatory mass was found in five patients(11%). The time from diagnosis of CP to the Frey procedure was 39 ± 19(9-85) mo. The BMI of patients in the laparoscopic group was 20.4 ± 1.7(17.8-22.4) kg/m2 and was 20.6 ± 2.9(15.4-27.7) kg/m2 in the opengroup. Allpatientsrequired analgesic medication for abdominal pain. Frequent acute pancreatitis or severe abdominal pain due to acute exacerbation occurred in 20 patients(43%). Pre-operative complications due to pancreatitis were observed in 18 patients(39%). Pancreatic functional insufficiency was observed in 14 patients(30%). Two laparoscopic patients(2/9) were converted. In se展开更多
BACKGROUND:The Frey procedure(FP)is the treatment of choice for symptomatic chronic pancreatitis(CP).In cases of biliary stricture,biliary derivation can be performed by choledochoduodenostomy,Roux-en-Y choledochojeju...BACKGROUND:The Frey procedure(FP)is the treatment of choice for symptomatic chronic pancreatitis(CP).In cases of biliary stricture,biliary derivation can be performed by choledochoduodenostomy,Roux-en-Y choledochojejunostomy or,more recently,reinsertion of the common bile duct(CBD)into the resection cavity.The objective of the present study was to evaluate the outcomes associated with each of these three types of biliary derivation.METHODS:We retrospectively analyzed demographic,CPrelated,surgical and follow-up data for patients having undergone FP for CP with biliary derivation between 2004and 2012 in our university medical center.The primary efficacy endpoint was the rate of CBD stricture recurrence.The secondary endpoints were surgical parameters,postoperative complications,postoperative follow-up and the presence of risk factors for secondary CBD stricture.RESULTS:Eighty patients underwent surgery for CP during the study period.Of these,15 patients received biliary derivation with the FP.Eight of the FPs(53.3%)were combined with choledochoduodenostomy,4(26.7%)with choledochojejunostomy and 3(20.0%)with reinsertion of the CBD into the resection cavity.The mean operating time was 390minutes.Eleven complications(73.3%)were recorded,including one major complication(6.7%)that necessitated radiologicallyguided drainage of an abdominal collection.The mean(range)length of stay was 17 days(8-28)and the median(range)follow-up time was 35.2 months(7.2-95.4).Two patients presented stricture after CBD reinsertion into the resection cavity;one was treated with radiologically-guided dilatation and the other underwent revisional Roux-en-Y choledochojejunostomy.Three patients presented alkaline reflux gastritis(37.5%),one(12.5%)cholangitis and one CBD stricture after FP with choledochoduodenostomy.No risk factors for secondary CBD stricture were identified.CONCLUSIONS:As part of a biliary derivation,the FP gave good results.We did not observe any complications specifically related to surgical treatment of the biliary tract.Ho展开更多
Objective: To compare the functional outcomes of patients who had parotid masseter fascia reserved and unreserved flap elevating scheme in parotidectomy, especially the morbidity of Frey's syndrome. Methods: Twent...Objective: To compare the functional outcomes of patients who had parotid masseter fascia reserved and unreserved flap elevating scheme in parotidectomy, especially the morbidity of Frey's syndrome. Methods: Twenty-three patients (group A) had parotid masseter fascia reserved in the parotidectomy, 32 patients (group B) had parotid masseter fascia unreserved in the operation. Compare the morbidity of gustatory sweating syndrome of the two groups. Results: Follow-up after 6 months to 2.5 years, gustatory sweating syndrome occurred in 4 patients of group A (17%), 17 patients in group B (57%). Conclusion: Reservation technic of the parotid masseter fascial in parotidectomy could prevent regeneration of parasympathetic nerve and thus prevent Frey's syndrome post-operation.展开更多
BACKGROUND Frey syndrome,also known as ototemporal nerve syndrome or gustatory sweating syndrome,is one of the most common complications of parotid gland surgery.This condition is characterized by abnormal sensations ...BACKGROUND Frey syndrome,also known as ototemporal nerve syndrome or gustatory sweating syndrome,is one of the most common complications of parotid gland surgery.This condition is characterized by abnormal sensations in the facial skin accompanied by episodes of flushing and sweating triggered by cognitive processes,visual stimuli,or eating.AIM To investigate the preventive effect of acellular dermal matrix(ADM)on Frey syndrome after parotid tumor resection and analyzed the effects of Frey syndrome across various surgical methods and other factors involved in parotid tumor resection.METHODS Retrospective data from 82 patients were analyzed to assess the correlation between sex,age,resection sample size,operation time,operation mode,ADM usage,and occurrence of postoperative Frey syndrome.RESULTS Among the 82 patients,the incidence of Frey syndrome was 56.1%.There were no significant differences in sex,age,or operation time between the two groups(P>0.05).However,there was a significant difference between ADM implantation and occurrence of Frey syndrome(P<0.05).ADM application could reduce the variation in the incidence of Frey syndrome across different operation modes.CONCLUSION ADM can effectively prevent Frey syndrome and delay its onset.展开更多
AIM To retrospectively review patients with chronic pancreatitis(CP) treated with Frey's procedures between January 2009 and January 2014.METHODS A retrospective review was performed of patients with CP treated wi...AIM To retrospectively review patients with chronic pancreatitis(CP) treated with Frey's procedures between January 2009 and January 2014.METHODS A retrospective review was performed of patients with CP treated with Frey's procedures between January 2009 and January 2014 in the Department of Pancreatic Surgery. A cross-sectional study of postoperative pain relief, quality of life(Qo L), and alcohol and nicotine abuse was performed by clinical interview, letters and telephone interview in January 2016. Qo L of patients was evaluated with the European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life Questionnaire(EORTC QLQ-C30) version 3.0. The patients were requested to fill in the questionnaires by themselves via correspondence or clinical interview.RESULTS A total of 80 patients were enrolled for analysis, including 44 who underwent the original Frey's procedure and 36 who underwent a modified Frey's procedure. The mean age was 46 years in the original group and 48 years in the modified group. Thirtyfive male patients(80%) were in the original group and 33(92%) in the modified group. There were no differences in the operating time, blood loss, and postoperative morbidity and mortality between the two groups. The mean follow-up was 50.3 mo in the original group and 48.7 mo in the modified group. There were no differences in endocrine and exocrine function preservation between the two groups. The original Frey's procedure resulted in significantly betterpain relief, as shown by 5-year follow-up(P = 0.032), better emotional status(P = 0.047) and fewer fatigue symptoms(P = 0.028). When stratifying these patients by the M-ANNHEIM severity index, no impact was found on pain relief after the two types of surgery.CONCLUSION The original Frey's procedure is as safe as the modified procedure, but the former yields better pain relief. The severity of CP does not affect postoperative pain relief.展开更多
Approximately 50-70% of patients experience incision-induced mechanical nociception after sur- gery. However, the mechanism underlying incision-induced mechanical nociception is still unclear. Interleukin-10 and brain...Approximately 50-70% of patients experience incision-induced mechanical nociception after sur- gery. However, the mechanism underlying incision-induced mechanical nociception is still unclear. Interleukin-10 and brain-derived neurotrophic factor are important pain mediators, but whether in- terleukin-10 and brain-derived neurotrophic factor are involved in incision-induced mechanical no- ciception remains uncertain. In this study, forty rats were divided randomly into the incision surgery （n = 32） and sham surgery （n = 8） groups. Plantar incision on the central part of left hind paw was performed under anesthesia in rats from the surgery group. Rats in the sham surgery group re- ceived anesthesia, but not an incision. Yon Frey test results showed that, compared with the sham surgery group, incision surgery decreased the withdrawal threshold of rats at 0.5, 3, 6 and 24 hours after incision. Immunofluorescence staining in the dorsal root ganglia of the spinal cord （L3-5） showed that interleukin-10 and brain-derived neurotrophic factor were expressed mainly on small- and medium-sized neurons （diameter 〈 20 pm and 20-40 pm） and satellite cells in the dorsal root ganglia of the spinal cord （L3-5） in the sham surgery group. By contrast, in the surgery group, high expression of interleukin-10 and brain-derived neurotrophic factor appeared in large-sized neurons （diameter 〉 40 pm） at 6 and 24 hours after incision surgery, which corresponded to the decreased mechanical withdrawal threshold of rats in the surgery group. These experimental findings suggest that expression pattern shift of interleukin-10 and brain-derived neurotrophic factor induced by inci- sion surgery in dorsal root ganglia of rats was closely involved in lowering the threshold to me- chanical stimulus in the hind paw following incision surgery. Pain-related mediators induced by in- cision surgery in dorsal root ganglia of rats possibly underlie mechanical nociception in ipsilateral hind paws.展开更多
The number of studies on possible pharmacokinetic interactions between opioid analgesics and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), which are commonly used in combination for the treatment of chronic pain, is ...The number of studies on possible pharmacokinetic interactions between opioid analgesics and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), which are commonly used in combination for the treatment of chronic pain, is limited. In rats, the major metabolic pathway of morphine is glucuronidation to morphine-3-glucuronide (M3G) by UDP-glucuronosyltransferase. In this study, we investigated the influence of diclofenac (NSAID) on the formation of M3G in vitro using rat liver tissue homogenates. Competitive inhibition of M3G formation by diclofenac was observed with an average Ki of 19.9 μM. Because these in vitro findings suggested that a pharmacokinetic interaction occurs in vitro , we investigated whether diclofenac inhibits the glucuronidation of morphine in rats. A single dose of diclofenac increased serum concentrations of both morphine and M3G and showed a higher analgesic efficacy in the Von Frey test. Furthermore, diclofenac caused a net decrease in morphine urine concentrations, but the excretion of M3G through biliary and urinary routes was unchanged. These results demonstrated that in contrast to in vitro data a single dose of diclofenac did not alter the glucuronidation of morphine in vitro .展开更多
Although medical treatment and endoscopic interven-tions are primarily offered to patients with chronic pancreatitis, approximately 40% to 75% will ultimately require surgery during the course of their disease. Al-tho...Although medical treatment and endoscopic interven-tions are primarily offered to patients with chronic pancreatitis, approximately 40% to 75% will ultimately require surgery during the course of their disease. Al-though pancreaticoduodenectomy has been considered the standard surgical procedure because of its favorable results on pain control, its high postoperative complica-tion and pancreatic exocrine or/and endocrine dysfunc-tion rates have led to a growing enthusiasm for duodenal preserving pancreatic head resection. The aim of this review is to better understand the rationale underlying of the Frey procedure in chronic pancreatitis and to ana-lyze its outcome. Because of its hybrid nature, combin-ing both resection and drainage, the Frey procedure has been conceptualized based on the pathophysiology of chronic pancreatitis. The short and long-term outcome, especially pain relief and quality of life, are better after the Frey procedure than after any other surgical proce-dure performed for chronic pancreatitis.展开更多
Background:Longitudinal pancreatojejunostomy with partial pancreatic head resection(the Frey procedure)is accepted for surgical treatment of painful chronic pancreatitis.However,conduct and reporting are not standardi...Background:Longitudinal pancreatojejunostomy with partial pancreatic head resection(the Frey procedure)is accepted for surgical treatment of painful chronic pancreatitis.However,conduct and reporting are not standardized and thus,making comparisons difficult.This study assesses the reporting standards of this procedure.Data sources:A systematic literature review was performed between January 1987 and January 2020.The keyword and Medical Subject Heading"chronic pancreatitis"was used together with the individual operation term"Frey pancreatojejunostomy".Reports were included if they provided original information on conduct and outcome.Thirty-three papers providing information on 1205 patients constituted the study population.Risk of bias in included reports was assessed.Results:Etiology of chronic pancreatitis(alcohol)was reported in 26 of 28(93%)studies,duration of symptoms prior to surgery in 19(58%)studies and pre-operative opiate use in 12(36%)studies.In terms of morphology,pancreatic duct diameter was reported in 17(52%)studies and diameter of the pancreatic head in 13(39%)studies.In terms of technique,three(9%)studies reported weight of excised parenchyma.There were 9(0.7%)procedure-related deaths.Post-operative follow-up ranged from 6 to 82.5 months.No studies reported post-operative portal hypertension.Conclusions:There is substantial heterogeneity between studies in reporting of clinical baseline,morphology of the diseased pancreas,operative detail and outcome after longitudinal pancreatojejunostomy with partial pancreatic head resection.This critically compromises the comparison between centers and between surgeons.Structured reporting is necessary for clinicians to assess choice of procedure and for patients to make informed choices when seeking treatment for painful chronic pancreatitis.展开更多
文摘AIM: To share our experience regarding the laparoscopic Frey procedure for chronic pancreatitis(CP) and patient selection.METHODS: All consecutive patients undergoingduodenum-preserving pancreatic head resection from July 2013 to July 2014 were reviewed and those undergoing the Frey procedure for CP were included in this study. Data on age, gender, body mass index(BMI), American Society of Anesthesiologists score, imaging findings, inflammatory index(white blood cells, interleukin(IL)-6, and C-reaction protein), visual analogue score score during hospitalization and outpatient visit, history of CP, operative time, estimated blood loss, and postoperative data(postoperative mortality and morbidity, postoperative length of hospital stay) were obtained for patients undergoing laparoscopic surgery. The open surgery cases in this study were analyzed for risk factors related to extensive bleeding, which was the major reason for conversion during the laparoscopic procedure. Age, gender, etiology, imaging findings, amylase level, complications due to pancreatitis, functional insufficiency, and history of CP were assessed in these patients.RESULTS: Nine laparoscopic and 37 open Frey procedures were analyzed. Of the 46 patients, 39 were male(85%) and seven were female(16%). The etiology of CP was alcohol in 32 patients(70%) and idiopathic in 14 patients(30%). Stones were found in 38 patients(83%). An inflammatory mass was found in five patients(11%). The time from diagnosis of CP to the Frey procedure was 39 ± 19(9-85) mo. The BMI of patients in the laparoscopic group was 20.4 ± 1.7(17.8-22.4) kg/m2 and was 20.6 ± 2.9(15.4-27.7) kg/m2 in the opengroup. Allpatientsrequired analgesic medication for abdominal pain. Frequent acute pancreatitis or severe abdominal pain due to acute exacerbation occurred in 20 patients(43%). Pre-operative complications due to pancreatitis were observed in 18 patients(39%). Pancreatic functional insufficiency was observed in 14 patients(30%). Two laparoscopic patients(2/9) were converted. In se
文摘BACKGROUND:The Frey procedure(FP)is the treatment of choice for symptomatic chronic pancreatitis(CP).In cases of biliary stricture,biliary derivation can be performed by choledochoduodenostomy,Roux-en-Y choledochojejunostomy or,more recently,reinsertion of the common bile duct(CBD)into the resection cavity.The objective of the present study was to evaluate the outcomes associated with each of these three types of biliary derivation.METHODS:We retrospectively analyzed demographic,CPrelated,surgical and follow-up data for patients having undergone FP for CP with biliary derivation between 2004and 2012 in our university medical center.The primary efficacy endpoint was the rate of CBD stricture recurrence.The secondary endpoints were surgical parameters,postoperative complications,postoperative follow-up and the presence of risk factors for secondary CBD stricture.RESULTS:Eighty patients underwent surgery for CP during the study period.Of these,15 patients received biliary derivation with the FP.Eight of the FPs(53.3%)were combined with choledochoduodenostomy,4(26.7%)with choledochojejunostomy and 3(20.0%)with reinsertion of the CBD into the resection cavity.The mean operating time was 390minutes.Eleven complications(73.3%)were recorded,including one major complication(6.7%)that necessitated radiologicallyguided drainage of an abdominal collection.The mean(range)length of stay was 17 days(8-28)and the median(range)follow-up time was 35.2 months(7.2-95.4).Two patients presented stricture after CBD reinsertion into the resection cavity;one was treated with radiologically-guided dilatation and the other underwent revisional Roux-en-Y choledochojejunostomy.Three patients presented alkaline reflux gastritis(37.5%),one(12.5%)cholangitis and one CBD stricture after FP with choledochoduodenostomy.No risk factors for secondary CBD stricture were identified.CONCLUSIONS:As part of a biliary derivation,the FP gave good results.We did not observe any complications specifically related to surgical treatment of the biliary tract.Ho
文摘Objective: To compare the functional outcomes of patients who had parotid masseter fascia reserved and unreserved flap elevating scheme in parotidectomy, especially the morbidity of Frey's syndrome. Methods: Twenty-three patients (group A) had parotid masseter fascia reserved in the parotidectomy, 32 patients (group B) had parotid masseter fascia unreserved in the operation. Compare the morbidity of gustatory sweating syndrome of the two groups. Results: Follow-up after 6 months to 2.5 years, gustatory sweating syndrome occurred in 4 patients of group A (17%), 17 patients in group B (57%). Conclusion: Reservation technic of the parotid masseter fascial in parotidectomy could prevent regeneration of parasympathetic nerve and thus prevent Frey's syndrome post-operation.
文摘BACKGROUND Frey syndrome,also known as ototemporal nerve syndrome or gustatory sweating syndrome,is one of the most common complications of parotid gland surgery.This condition is characterized by abnormal sensations in the facial skin accompanied by episodes of flushing and sweating triggered by cognitive processes,visual stimuli,or eating.AIM To investigate the preventive effect of acellular dermal matrix(ADM)on Frey syndrome after parotid tumor resection and analyzed the effects of Frey syndrome across various surgical methods and other factors involved in parotid tumor resection.METHODS Retrospective data from 82 patients were analyzed to assess the correlation between sex,age,resection sample size,operation time,operation mode,ADM usage,and occurrence of postoperative Frey syndrome.RESULTS Among the 82 patients,the incidence of Frey syndrome was 56.1%.There were no significant differences in sex,age,or operation time between the two groups(P>0.05).However,there was a significant difference between ADM implantation and occurrence of Frey syndrome(P<0.05).ADM application could reduce the variation in the incidence of Frey syndrome across different operation modes.CONCLUSION ADM can effectively prevent Frey syndrome and delay its onset.
文摘AIM To retrospectively review patients with chronic pancreatitis(CP) treated with Frey's procedures between January 2009 and January 2014.METHODS A retrospective review was performed of patients with CP treated with Frey's procedures between January 2009 and January 2014 in the Department of Pancreatic Surgery. A cross-sectional study of postoperative pain relief, quality of life(Qo L), and alcohol and nicotine abuse was performed by clinical interview, letters and telephone interview in January 2016. Qo L of patients was evaluated with the European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life Questionnaire(EORTC QLQ-C30) version 3.0. The patients were requested to fill in the questionnaires by themselves via correspondence or clinical interview.RESULTS A total of 80 patients were enrolled for analysis, including 44 who underwent the original Frey's procedure and 36 who underwent a modified Frey's procedure. The mean age was 46 years in the original group and 48 years in the modified group. Thirtyfive male patients(80%) were in the original group and 33(92%) in the modified group. There were no differences in the operating time, blood loss, and postoperative morbidity and mortality between the two groups. The mean follow-up was 50.3 mo in the original group and 48.7 mo in the modified group. There were no differences in endocrine and exocrine function preservation between the two groups. The original Frey's procedure resulted in significantly betterpain relief, as shown by 5-year follow-up(P = 0.032), better emotional status(P = 0.047) and fewer fatigue symptoms(P = 0.028). When stratifying these patients by the M-ANNHEIM severity index, no impact was found on pain relief after the two types of surgery.CONCLUSION The original Frey's procedure is as safe as the modified procedure, but the former yields better pain relief. The severity of CP does not affect postoperative pain relief.
基金supported by the Science and Technology Project of Hunan Province,No.2010SK3119125 Talents Project of 3~(rd) Xiangya Hospital,Central South University in China
文摘Approximately 50-70% of patients experience incision-induced mechanical nociception after sur- gery. However, the mechanism underlying incision-induced mechanical nociception is still unclear. Interleukin-10 and brain-derived neurotrophic factor are important pain mediators, but whether in- terleukin-10 and brain-derived neurotrophic factor are involved in incision-induced mechanical no- ciception remains uncertain. In this study, forty rats were divided randomly into the incision surgery （n = 32） and sham surgery （n = 8） groups. Plantar incision on the central part of left hind paw was performed under anesthesia in rats from the surgery group. Rats in the sham surgery group re- ceived anesthesia, but not an incision. Yon Frey test results showed that, compared with the sham surgery group, incision surgery decreased the withdrawal threshold of rats at 0.5, 3, 6 and 24 hours after incision. Immunofluorescence staining in the dorsal root ganglia of the spinal cord （L3-5） showed that interleukin-10 and brain-derived neurotrophic factor were expressed mainly on small- and medium-sized neurons （diameter 〈 20 pm and 20-40 pm） and satellite cells in the dorsal root ganglia of the spinal cord （L3-5） in the sham surgery group. By contrast, in the surgery group, high expression of interleukin-10 and brain-derived neurotrophic factor appeared in large-sized neurons （diameter 〉 40 pm） at 6 and 24 hours after incision surgery, which corresponded to the decreased mechanical withdrawal threshold of rats in the surgery group. These experimental findings suggest that expression pattern shift of interleukin-10 and brain-derived neurotrophic factor induced by inci- sion surgery in dorsal root ganglia of rats was closely involved in lowering the threshold to me- chanical stimulus in the hind paw following incision surgery. Pain-related mediators induced by in- cision surgery in dorsal root ganglia of rats possibly underlie mechanical nociception in ipsilateral hind paws.
文摘The number of studies on possible pharmacokinetic interactions between opioid analgesics and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), which are commonly used in combination for the treatment of chronic pain, is limited. In rats, the major metabolic pathway of morphine is glucuronidation to morphine-3-glucuronide (M3G) by UDP-glucuronosyltransferase. In this study, we investigated the influence of diclofenac (NSAID) on the formation of M3G in vitro using rat liver tissue homogenates. Competitive inhibition of M3G formation by diclofenac was observed with an average Ki of 19.9 μM. Because these in vitro findings suggested that a pharmacokinetic interaction occurs in vitro , we investigated whether diclofenac inhibits the glucuronidation of morphine in rats. A single dose of diclofenac increased serum concentrations of both morphine and M3G and showed a higher analgesic efficacy in the Von Frey test. Furthermore, diclofenac caused a net decrease in morphine urine concentrations, but the excretion of M3G through biliary and urinary routes was unchanged. These results demonstrated that in contrast to in vitro data a single dose of diclofenac did not alter the glucuronidation of morphine in vitro .
文摘Although medical treatment and endoscopic interven-tions are primarily offered to patients with chronic pancreatitis, approximately 40% to 75% will ultimately require surgery during the course of their disease. Al-though pancreaticoduodenectomy has been considered the standard surgical procedure because of its favorable results on pain control, its high postoperative complica-tion and pancreatic exocrine or/and endocrine dysfunc-tion rates have led to a growing enthusiasm for duodenal preserving pancreatic head resection. The aim of this review is to better understand the rationale underlying of the Frey procedure in chronic pancreatitis and to ana-lyze its outcome. Because of its hybrid nature, combin-ing both resection and drainage, the Frey procedure has been conceptualized based on the pathophysiology of chronic pancreatitis. The short and long-term outcome, especially pain relief and quality of life, are better after the Frey procedure than after any other surgical proce-dure performed for chronic pancreatitis.
文摘Background:Longitudinal pancreatojejunostomy with partial pancreatic head resection(the Frey procedure)is accepted for surgical treatment of painful chronic pancreatitis.However,conduct and reporting are not standardized and thus,making comparisons difficult.This study assesses the reporting standards of this procedure.Data sources:A systematic literature review was performed between January 1987 and January 2020.The keyword and Medical Subject Heading"chronic pancreatitis"was used together with the individual operation term"Frey pancreatojejunostomy".Reports were included if they provided original information on conduct and outcome.Thirty-three papers providing information on 1205 patients constituted the study population.Risk of bias in included reports was assessed.Results:Etiology of chronic pancreatitis(alcohol)was reported in 26 of 28(93%)studies,duration of symptoms prior to surgery in 19(58%)studies and pre-operative opiate use in 12(36%)studies.In terms of morphology,pancreatic duct diameter was reported in 17(52%)studies and diameter of the pancreatic head in 13(39%)studies.In terms of technique,three(9%)studies reported weight of excised parenchyma.There were 9(0.7%)procedure-related deaths.Post-operative follow-up ranged from 6 to 82.5 months.No studies reported post-operative portal hypertension.Conclusions:There is substantial heterogeneity between studies in reporting of clinical baseline,morphology of the diseased pancreas,operative detail and outcome after longitudinal pancreatojejunostomy with partial pancreatic head resection.This critically compromises the comparison between centers and between surgeons.Structured reporting is necessary for clinicians to assess choice of procedure and for patients to make informed choices when seeking treatment for painful chronic pancreatitis.
