Re: SamT: re: ovarian cysts/pancreatitis

[Guest guest]

Hi SamT,

As an semi-educated guess, at this time I am wondering if there

is any relationship between the characteristics of the cysts which

lead to surgery....or if there is a common denominator between

the complications from the surgery itself. I am thinking of the

complications aspect because I know that there are a lot of

woman who have gyn surgery that don't end up with pancreaitis

problems. It would be interesting to know too if there is any

association between post-op complications and chronic

pancreatitis when the original surgery involved somewhat major

abdominal / pelvic surgery. At the same time, it would be

interesting to know if there is an association between cyst

rupture, with the subsequent peritonitis that usually develops

and chronic pancreatitis.....or anything that leads to fluid

accumulation with peritoneal irritation for that matter. Not sure if

anyone has ever looked at this. I know that the big researchy

thing is how to prevent adhesions. My good surgeon said that if

he came up with the magic medicine or device to prevent

abdominal adhesions he would be a billionaire over night...........

Laurie