Surgical Anatomy Of The Pancreas.ppt =link= Jun 2026

Summary slide correlating anatomy to incisions.

A high-quality review of pancreatic surgical anatomy requires understanding key anatomical landmarks, including the gland’s division into the head, neck, body, and tail, as well as critical vascular relationships with the superior mesenteric vessels. Essential surgical considerations involve identifying ductal anatomy (Wirsung and Santorini), mastering the Kocher maneuver, and understanding the retroperitoneal fixation of the organ. For detailed, peer-reviewed educational resources, see the StatPearls article on pancreas anatomy. SURGICAL ANATOMY OF THE PANCREAS.ppt

For surgical purposes, the pancreas is divided into five distinct parts: Summary slide correlating anatomy to incisions

But thanks to that old .ppt file, she would know exactly where to place her first clamp. She wasn’t expecting a story

This is the most under-taught slide in surgical anatomy.

She wasn’t expecting a story. She was expecting a review—slides of diagrams, venous confluence zones, and arterial arcades. But as she began to click through, the presentation unfolded like a surgeon’s confession.