Reinforced stapler versus ultrasonic dissector for pancreatic transection and stump closure for distal pancreatectomy: A propensity matched analysis

Postoperative pancreatic fistula is the primary contributor to morbidity after distal pancreatectomy. To date, no techniques used for the transection and closure of the pancreatic stump have shown clear superiority over the others. This study aimed to compare the rate of postoperative pancreatic fistula after pancreatic transection conducted with a reinforced stapler versus an ultrasonic dissector after a distal pancreatectomy.Prospectively...