00794 Anesthesia iper upper abdominal pncrtect
Also known as: Whipple anesthesia, pancreatectomy anesthesia, pancreas surgery anesthesia
Anesthesia for intraperitoneal procedures in the upper abdomen involving pancreatectomy. Covers general anesthesia for surgical resection of the pancreas, including Whipple procedure and distal pancreatectomy.
Clinical Context
Used when providing anesthesia for pancreatectomy procedures including pancreaticoduodenectomy (Whipple), distal pancreatectomy, and total pancreatectomy. Often prolonged procedures (6-10 hours) with significant fluid shifts, potential for major blood loss, and postoperative ICU care.
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