Intra-operative Application of HEMOPATCH to the Pancreatic Stump to Prevent Post-operative Pancreatic Fistula Following Distal Pancreatectomy

Exclusion Criteria

• •Contraindication to placement of HEMOPATCH tissue sealant including: 1) Known hypersensitivity to bovine proteins; 2) Known hypersensitivity to brilliant blue \[FD\&C Blue No.1 (Blue 1)\]; 3) Presence of an active infection; and 4) Known pregnancy or lactation (a negative urine pregnancy test must be obtained for women of child bearing potential during the pretreatment evaluation)
• •Participating in another interventional trial that may result in co-intervention or contamination (to be determined by sponsor)