Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
8722756 HPB 2018 8 Pages PDF
Abstract
This systematic review suggests that tumor manipulation induces OPTC in one third of patients with pancreatic cancer. Since data on survival are lacking, future studies should determine the prognostic consequences of tumor manipulation, including the potential therapeutic effect of 'no-touch' and minimally invasive resection strategies.
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Tumor manipulation during pancreatic resection for pancreatic cancer induces dissemination of tumor cells into the peritoneal cavity: a systematic review
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