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Pancreatic and duodenal injuries are uncommon, but not rare. Delays in diagnosis and repair can make surgical management a more complex and technically challenging task and increase morbidity and mortality. Because these injuries are uncommon, few surgeons and Trauma Centers develop adequate expertise in their management. Early diagnosis and surgical repair are the keys to improve survival (1, 2).
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