Conclusion: In select chronic pancreatitis patients, including limited distal pancreatectomy with duodenalpreserving pancreatic head resection provides durable, long-term pain relief and improves nutritional parameters with minimal effect on pancreatic endocrine and exocrine function. This operation should be considered in select patients with appropriate anatomy.
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