Incidence of complications following pancreatic resectional surgery in the absence of any preventative treatment—placebo groups from randomised multicentre trials4
| Localised complications | Incidence (%) | General complications | Incidence (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pancreatic fistula | 23.4 | Sepsis | 3.6 |
| Fluid collection | 8.8 | Respiratory failure | 3.3 |
| Anastomosis leakage | 4.0 | Death | 3.3 |
| Bleeding | 4.3 | Shock | 2.4 |
| Abscess | 3.1 | Renal failure | 1.5 |
| Postoperative pancreatitis | 2.9 |