The Relationship Between Skeletal Muscle Mass and Operative Duration of Pancreaticoduodenectomy Varies by Sex
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By
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Sophia Xiao
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Ashley Freeman
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Emily Kalmanek
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Kelsey Steckly
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Mary Belding-Schmitt
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Carlos H.F. Chan
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Erin E. Talbert
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December 29, 2025
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Clinical Scorecard: The Relationship Between Skeletal Muscle Mass and Operative Duration of Pancreaticoduodenectomy Varies by Sex
At a Glance
| Category | Detail |
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| Condition | Pancreaticoduodenectomy (Whipple procedure) for resectable pancreatic malignancy |
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| Target Population | |
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Key Highlights
- Clarify the impact of body composition on surgical outcomes.
Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
Management
Monitoring & Follow-up
- Monitor postoperative complications related to body composition metrics.
Risks
Patient & Prescribing Data
Detail how skeletal muscle mass and adipose tissue specifically influence surgical outcomes.
Clinical Best Practices
- Include recommendations for postoperative monitoring of body composition effects.
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