Surgical Treatment for Chronic Pancreatitis: Past, Present, and Future
The pancreas was one of the last explored organs in the human body. The first surgical experiences were made before fully understanding the function of the gland. Surgical procedures remained less successful until the discovery of insulin, blood groups, and finally the possibility of blood donation....
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2017-01-01
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Series: | Gastroenterology Research and Practice |
Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2017/8418372 |