The mortality rate for pancreatectomy has decreased in recent years to 5-10%, depending on the extent of the surgery and the experience of the surgeon.
The overall operative mortality for patients undergoing the Maze procedure is 3%. The mortality rate increases among patients over age 65.
In one study, patients undergoing their first coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) had a mortality rate of 1.7% versus 5.2% for elective reoperation
A study of 650 patients at Johns Hopkins Medical Institution, Baltimore, found that only nine patients, or 1.4%, died from complications related to surgery.
The USRDS reports that mortality rates for individuals on dialysis are also significantly higher than both kidney transplant patients and the general population, and expected remaining lifetimes of chronic dialysis patients are only.
This procedure, called enteral nutrition, maintains the patient's nutrition if the stomach is slow to recover normal function.
Because 75% of all esophagectomy patients and 100% of all esophagogastrectomy patients will have metastatic disease, morbidity and mortality rates for these procedures are high.
Death may occur in 1-2% of patients undergoing hemispherectomy. Serious but treatable complications may occur in 10-20% of patients
These conditions are treated with pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy, which supplies digestive enzymes; and with insulin injections.
Sclerotherapy for esophageal varices has a 20-40% incidence of complications and a 1-2% mortality rate. The procedure controls acute bleeding in about 90% of patients
In cases of postoperative bleeding, the patient may be returned to surgery to find the source of hemorrhage, or may undergo other procedures to stop the bleeding.
Conscious sedation in dentistry can help patients feel relaxed and comfortable during procedures, reducing anxiety and pain. However, there are risks such as potential side effects, allergic reactions, and complications if not administered properly. It is important for patients to discuss the benefits and risks with their dentist before undergoing conscious sedation.
Some patients with pancreatic cancer deemed suitable for a pancreatectomy will also undergo chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy.