External Stents Show Promise in Reducing Postoperative Pancreatic Fistulas

Stent placement following pancreaticojejunostomy did not significantly reduce clinically relevant postoperative pancreatic fistulas (CR-POPFs). However, external stents and placement in patients with ≤3mm main pancreatic duct diameter showed reduced CR-POPFs compared to no stent placement. These findings suggest a potential benefit of external stents in reducing CR-POPFs, especially in patients with undilated pancreatic ducts.