Pancreatectomy is a surgical procedure in which all or part of the pancreas is removed. The pancreas is a vital organ responsible for producing insulin and digestive enzymes. Pancreatectomy is typically performed to treat various conditions such as pancreatic cancer, chronic pancreatitis, or pancreatic trauma. There are different types of pancreatectomy procedures depending on the extent of the removal of the pancreas, such as distal pancreatectomy (removal of the tail of the pancreas), proximal pancreatectomy (removal of the head of the pancreas), or total pancreatectomy (removal of the entire pancreas). After pancreatectomy, patients may experience changes in their digestion and require pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy to help with digestion. They may also develop diabetes due to the loss of insulin production from the pancreas. Overall, pancreatectomy is a complex and potentially risky procedure that is typically reserved for patients with serious pancreatic conditions.