A Phase II Trial of Lanreotide for the Prevention of Postoperative Pancreatic Fistula

All patients enrolled in this study will receive SOMATULINE DEPOT 120 mg immediately prior to planned pancreatic resection. The pharmacist will dispense loaded syringes of the study drug. The single preoperative dose will be given in the pre-surgical center at the University of Washington by a trained health care professional. The study drug will be injected via the deep subcutaneous route in the superior external quadrant of the buttock.