postoperative pancreatic fistulas research hub

Botulinum toxin (BOTOX®) to prevent post-operative pancreatic fistula in patients who undergo distal pancreatectomy

This study looks at whether injecting a small amount of Botox into a specific area before pancreas surgery can help prevent a common complication called a pancreatic fistula. Researchers want to see if this treatment is safe and practical to do.