Can the pancreas be removed completely?

Pancreas can be removed completely, but the specific surgical measures need to be analyzed according to the actual situation.

Pancreas can secrete pancreatic juice, insulin, etc., promote fat consumption and regulate blood sugar levels. There is a total pancreatectomy in clinical practice, which is mainly suitable for the treatment of pancreatic cancer. However, after total pancreatectomy, it will affect the digestive ability and endocrine function of the human body. Therefore, it is generally not recommended to remove the pancreas completely for non-malignant diseases or special circumstances. For benign pancreatic diseases, such as acute pancreatitis, benign pancreatic tumors, etc., partial pancreatectomy can be considered when the patient's condition worsens.