Pancreas Cancer Surgery

Pancreas Cancer Surgery in Lahore Advanced HPB Treatment by Dr. Zulqarnain Hyidar

Pancreas cancer surgery is one of the complicated procedures to treat. At HPB Surgery Pakistan, we have an experienced HPB surgeon team led by Dr. Zulqarnain Hyidar. He is the best HPB Surgeon for Pancreas cancer, offering advanced, safe, and internationally recognized treatments for pancreatic tumors. This includes Pancreatic Cancer surgery, Pancreatic Tumor Surgery, and minimally invasive options. People all over Pakistan consider him the best Pancreas Surgery specialist and the best Pancreas cancer surgeon in Lahore. He is mainly famous for performing the highly complicated and complex surgeries that are high-risk and were previously inoperable.

What Is Pancreas Cancer?

The pancreas is a vital organ of the body that lies horizontally behind the stomach and has important roles in the release of chemicals for digestion. This organ is also responsible for the release of insulin by the beta cells of it that controls the blood glucose level.

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Pancreatic cancer develops when there is an abnormal growth of the cells inside the pancreas. The cancer should be detected as early as possible for maximum chances of successful surgery, and to a point when the pancreas cancer surgery is possible.

What does the pancreas do?

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It performs mainly three functions

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It produces the digestive enzymes

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Releases insulin to control the blood sugar level

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It supports healthy digestion of the food

What happens when a tumor develops?

A pancreatic tumor can lead to many unwanted actions, such as it can block ducts. It affects the digestion, or it can spread to nearby organs. Early recognition allows timely Pancreatic Tumor Surgery if needed.

Risk Factors

Here are some risk factors that are involved in pancreatic tumor development

  • 🚭 Smoking
  • ⚖️ Obesity
  • 🩸 Long standing diabetes
  • 🧬 Family history
  • 🔬 Genetic mutations(BRCA gene mutations).
  • 🩺 Chronic pancreatitis
Anatomical illustration of pancreas and risk factors

Signs and Symptoms of Pancreatic Cancer

When facing such issues, it is advisable to consult a HPB surgeon to rule out the serious causes. Many signs and symptoms may lead to the early detection of the tumors, so that people can acknowledge them beforehand. Some common symptoms include the:

Jaundice

Yellowing of the skin and eyes. This is often one of the first and most visible signs.

Abdominal and Back Pain

A dull, persistent pain in the upper abdomen that may radiate through to your back.

Unexplained Weight Loss

Significant weight loss occurring without any changes to your diet or exercise routine.

Digestive Issues

Ongoing indigestion, nausea, vomiting, or noticeable changes in stool consistency.

Loss of Appetite

Feeling full very quickly after eating small amounts or having no desire for food.

Importance of Early Detection

Most of the pancreatic tumors are treatable when they are recognised in the early stages of the cancer. If they are prolonged, then it becomes very difficult to screen and treat the tumor, which involves chemotherapy and high-risk surgeries.

When is the pancreas cancer surgery needed?

Surgery is typically recommended when the

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    The tumor is in the early stage
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    Cancer is localized
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    When a tumor is pressing on the bile duct
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    After the chemotherapy
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    When a surgical cure is possible

These conditions account for when you need to do the surgery, which is a critical step while treating pancreatic cancer. Under the supervision of
Dr. Zulqarnain Hyidar, you get the finest Pancreatic and peri-pancreatic procedures in Pakistan.

Dr. Zulqarnain Hyidar Consultation

Types of pancreatic cancer surgeries offered

These techniques are very handy and ideal when the tumor is in the early stage, and masses of the pancreas are visible. This is an advanced HBP surgery procedure and is good for easy recovery.

Whipple Procedure
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Whipple Procedure in Pakistan (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)

The Whipple procedure is the most common Pancreaticoduodenectomy Surgery for tumors in the head of the pancreas. In fact, the whipple procedure is a well-established treatment often considered safe when performed by a skilled HPB Surgeon for Pancreas Cancer.

Benefits of the Whipple procedure:

  • Removal of the tumor and affected areas
  • Reduced painImproved long-term survival
  • Restoration of digestive function with reconstruction
Distal Pancreatectomy
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Distal Pancreatectomy

A Distal Pancreatectomy is recommended for tumors in the body or tail of the pancreas. In some cases, the procedure may also include removing the spleen in some cases. Our team provides you with pancreatic tumor treatment Lahore.

Total Pancreatectomy
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Total Pancreatectomy

Total Pancreatectomy is widely used for the removal of multiple tumors in the pancreas or when there is a large or widespread pancreatic growth. This ensures the complete elimination of the cancerous tissues when the partial resection method is not possible. This is a pancreatic mass removal surgery.

Minimally Invasive
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Minimally Invasive Pancreas Surgery

Alternatively, here is what minimally invasive pancreas surgery and laparoscopic techniques usually offer

  • Smaller incisions
  • Reduced pain
  • Faster recovery
  • Consequently, shorter hospital stay

Why Choose Dr. Zulqarnain Hyidar for Pancreas Cancer Surgery?

Recognized as a leading HPB surgeon, Dr. Zulqarnain Hyidar combines specialized expertise with a compassionate, multidisciplinary approach to complex pancreatic care.

Open and Minimally invasive

He is an expert in both open and minimally invasive HPB procedures.

Multidisciplinary Support

Dr. Zulqarnain Hyidar provides advanced HBP surgery with multidisciplinary support

Leading Hospitals

He practices at the leading and foundation hospital in Lahore.

Trusted Outcomes

Patients from around Pakistan search for the Best Pancreas Cancer Surgeon in Lahore, and his outcomes reflect his expertise.

Dr. Zulqarnain Pancreas Surgeon
Verified Specialist • Pakistan

Step-by-step treatment process

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Consultation and diagnosis

First, the process begins with this part of the treatment process that includes

  • CT scan
  • BEndoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)
  • fine-needle aspiration (FNA)
  • MRI
  • Biopsy
  • Tumor markers

Accurate diagnosis is the only way to determine the best surgical and non-surgical pathway.

Diagnosis and CT Scan
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Treatment planning

Next, in this part of the process, we tailor points for the

  • Locating the tumor
  • Finding the stage of the tumor
  • To decide whether to give immediate surgery or give chemotherapy first
Medical Team Planning
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Surgery Day overview

Patients receive personalized care with the complete safety protocol.

Surgery Preparation
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Post-surgery care

After the surgery, we monitor patients in the Intensive Care Units, where we ensure their early mobilization. It comes with gradual diet advancement, pain, and infection control care.

Patient Recovery Room
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Follow-up appointments

After that, we schedule Follow-up appointments to ensure the healing and long-term survival through imaging and routine checks.

Follow up meeting

Recovery after Pancreas surgery

Expected hospital stay:

The hospital stay is usually between 7-10 days, depending upon the type of surgery and intensity of the surgery.

This duration depends on the specific type of surgery performed and the intensity of the procedure.

Diet and lifestyle Guidelines:

After surgery, patients may

  • Start with liquids
  • Progress to soft diet
  • Avoid heavy meals
  • Pancreatic enzyme tablets (if required)

Pain management:

Finally, advanced medications and minimally invasive approaches can reduce the discomfort and pain in the long term.

When to Contact the Doctor

Your recovery is our priority. You can always reach out to the doctor immediately after surgery if you feel any of these urgent symptoms:

High Fever

Severe Abdominal Pain

Persistent Vomiting

Sudden Jaundice (Yellowing eyes/skin)

Signs of Infection (Redness, swelling)

Doctor consulting with patient

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, the Whipple procedure, also known as the Pancreaticoduodenectomy, is a safe procedure when done by an experienced Pancreas Cancer surgeon in Lahore.

Pancreatic tumor removal depends upon the stage of the tumor. According to some studies, only 20 percent of the patients qualify for the surgery. This is because the procedure requires the tumor to be localized and not spread to the major vessels. The other ways to treat the tumors are chemotherapy, radiation, or palliative procedures for symptom relief.

The recovery time may vary depending upon the patient's overall health, but the average time for post operative hospital stay is usually 3 to 5 days varying on procedure, age and general health of the patient.

The recovery time may vary depending upon the patient's overall health, but the average time to resume the normal routines is between 6-8 weeks.

The leading centers for pancreatic cancer surgery include the Horizon Hospital, and Shalimar Hospital, where Dr. Zulaqarnain is the leading surgeon for pancreatic cancer.

The pancreas cancer surgery success rate is good and highest when the tumors are detected in the early stages, and it gets worse if treated after a long time.