“I have been suffering from pancreatic disease since more than eight years. I visited more than nine doctors in five different countries.
Finally, we visited Prof. Thun Ingkakul, who took care of me, and explained for me my problem professionally and suggested for me a surgery, I felt very comfortable to accept the surgery because I trusted the doctor.
After the surgery, I feel much better, and finally after eight years of suffering I can live my life normally with high life quality. I am very grateful to Pro. Thun and Bangkok hospital. “
MRS. ZAINAB ALI HASAN ALTOOQ
(Patient of Bangkok Hospital)
Disease and complication: History of chronic pancreatitis with recurrent abdominal pain since teenager
History of laparoscopic cholecystectomy 22 years ago:
- Dermatolipectomy in 1998
- Several bladder neck diltion 10 years ago
- Laparoscopic total colectomy on 28/12/21
- Redo-ileorectal anastomosis last year (another hospital)
Previously, patient needed to stay on bed for almost the whole day with persistent pain, pain score about 9-10. She was not able to have meal for almost 8 years. She also went to see many doctors in several countries.
Procedure and detail: Whipple’s Operation at Bangkok Hospital Headquarters on 12/12/23
Outcome after surgery: Patient recovered well postoperatively without complications, her clinical was significantly improved. She was able to have meal almost regularly with additional pancreatic enzyme supplement. She occasionally felt mild pain, pain score 1-2 of 10. She has better quality of life and able to do normal daily activity, walking at least 60 minutes every day.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Thun Ingkakul
Hepato–Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Surgery / Minimally Invasive Surgery
(Robot-Assisted Surgery)
