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Minimally Invasive Surgery for Acute Pancreatitis

Minimally Invasive Surgery for Acute Pancreatitis

Minimally invasive surgery for Acute Pancreatitis in Broadway

Acute pancreatitis is a sudden inflammation of the pancreas that can cause severe abdominal pain and other complications. When conventional treatments such as medications and lifestyle changes are not sufficient, minimally invasive surgery for Acute Pancreatitis may be required to manage the condition effectively. 

At the Gastrointestinal Science Department of Manipal Hospitals in Broadway, Kolkata, we specialize in minimally invasive surgery for acute pancreatitis. Our expert surgical team uses the latest techniques to perform procedures with precision, aiming to reduce recovery time and improve outcomes for our patients.

Our team at Manipal Hospitals in Broadway, Kolkata, is dedicated to providing comprehensive care for patients with acute pancreatitis. From initial diagnosis to postoperative care, our multidisciplinary approach ensures that each patient receives the best possible treatment tailored to their specific needs.

FAQ's

Minimally invasive surgery for acute pancreatitis involves performing surgical procedures through small incisions using specialised instruments and techniques like laparoscopy and endoscopy. This approach aims to reduce recovery time, minimise pain, and lower the risk of complications compared to traditional open surgery.
 

Minimally invasive surgery is recommended when acute pancreatitis does not respond to conventional treatments such as medications and lifestyle changes. It may be necessary to address complications like infected pancreatic necrosis, abscesses, or pseudocysts.
 

  • Laparoscopic Surgery: Involves small incisions and the use of a laparoscope to guide the surgery.
  • Endoscopic Procedures: Include endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) to treat complications through the digestive tract.
     
  • Shorter Recovery Time: Patients typically experience quicker recovery and shorter hospital stays.
  • Less Pain: Smaller incisions result in less postoperative pain.
  • Reduced Risk of Complications: Lower risk of infection and other complications due to smaller incisions.
  • Faster Return to Normal Activities: Patients can return to their daily activities sooner compared to traditional surgery.
     

As with any surgery, there are risks involved, including bleeding, infection, and adverse reactions to anaesthesia. However, the risks are generally lower with minimally invasive procedures compared to open surgery.
 

Preparation may include fasting for a certain period before the surgery, stopping specific medications as advised by your doctor, and undergoing preoperative tests such as blood tests and imaging studies. Your healthcare provider will give you detailed instructions.


The time it takes to recover from a laparoscopy varies. It can take up to 5 days to diagnose a disease or 6 to 8 weeks to properly recover from surgery.
 

If you do not have pancreatic cancer, you may be able to live a normal life following surgery. People who are diagnosed with common types of advanced pancreatic cancer may live for approximately two years. However, how long you live will be determined by the reason for the procedure and the extent to which your cancer has spread. 
 

Within one to two weeks, 80% of people with acute pancreatitis have either no inflammation or a significant improvement. However, it can cause major consequences and is usually treated in a hospital.
 

Removing all or part of the pancreas can impair your ability to digest food. Symptoms may include:

  • Weight loss
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach discomfort
  • Bloating

Pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy can help with digestion problems. These are capsules that you ingest with food. 
 

Chronic pancreatitis causes the pancreas to gradually lose its capacity to function normally, eventually leading to the loss of endocrine function. This puts individuals at risk for type 1 diabetes. Patients should avoid processed sweets and simple carbohydrates and instead eat complex carbohydrates and whole grains. In general, balanced diets with high protein and moderate fat content work well.
 

Mild acute pancreatitis typically resolves in a few days with rest and medication. If you have severe pancreatitis, your therapy may also include Surgery. If gallstones are causing your pancreatitis, your doctor may propose gallbladder removal surgery, known as cholecystectomy.

While you will be able to leave the hospital in a few days or weeks, keep in mind that a complete recovery after pancreas surgery can take two months or more. For the first two months, we will ask you to visit the clinical office every two weeks for postoperative evaluations.
 

Most patients with acute pancreatitis recover within a week and have no additional symptoms, but severe instances can lead to significant complications and even death. Acute pancreatitis differs from chronic pancreatitis, in which the pancreas remains inflamed for years.
 

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