Randomized Clinical Trial
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World J Gastroenterol. Sep 14, 2017; 23(34): 6357-6364
Published online Sep 14, 2017. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v23.i34.6357
Table 1 Definitions of postoperative complications after pancreaticoduodenectomy
ComplicationDefinition
POPFDrainage fluid amylase activity on or after postoperative day 3 is at least three times the upper limit in normal serum
AscitesUltrasound evidence of ascites depth > 5 cm
HemorrhageRequires postoperative transfusion of ≥ 2 U isogenic red blood cells
Biliary fistulaAbdominal drainage produces bilious fluid at 50 mL/d after surgery
DGEIndwelling stomach tube for > 10 d