Comparative analysis of post-pancreatic surgical complications in elderly versus younger patients with inactive neuroendocrine pancreatic tumours

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Introduction: The management of small, asymptomatic non-functional pancreatic neuroendocrine neoplasms (NF-pNENs) is contentious, with two main approaches: surgical resection and "watch-and-wait." Current guidelines recommend monitoring NF-pNENs under 2 cm based on retrospective data, although recent U.S. studies suggest improved survival with surgery for 1-2 cm NF-pNENs. Some suggest the "watch-and-wait" approach for older patients, though its efficacy is unclear.

Aim(s): This study aims to assess if age affects postoperative complications, possibly supporting the "watch-and-wait" approach in older individuals.

Materials and methods: The study retrospectively analysed 165 patients who underwent pancreatic resection for NF-pNENs at a single institution between 2014 and 2022. Patients were divided into younger (<70 years) and older (>70 years) groups.

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Presenting Author: Zamparas A

Authors: Zamparas A, Aghamaliyev U, Seidel G, Meyer Y, Werner J,

Keywords: nf-pnen, popf, pancreatic surgery, pNEN, pancreas,