How will I know what type of surgery is right for my pancreatic cancer?

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  1. Dr. John A. Chabot
     
    Dr. John A. Chabot of Columbia University Department of Surgery answered:
    The type of surgery performed depends mostly on the location of the tumor in your pancreas. Your surgeon will recommend the procedure that removes the tumor and affected tissue while safely preserving as much of the pancreas as possible. 
    The type of surgery performed depends mostly on the location of the tumor in your pancreas. Your surgeon will recommend the procedure that removes the tumor and affected tissue while safely preserving as much of the pancreas as... More