The pancreas (medically pancreas) is a gland that belongs to the digestive organs of humans and also of all vertebrates. Located in the upper abdomen of humans, it is one of the vital organs. What is the pancreas? Infographic showing the anatomy and location of the pancreas with pancreatic cancer. Click image to enlarge. The … Pancreas: Structure, Function & Diseases
The pancreas produces digestive secretions that pass through the ductus pancreaticus into the uppermost portion of the small intestine. If the duct or orifice is narrowed, for example by common gallstones, the pancreatic secretions back up, which can lead to pancreatitis. What is the pancreatic duct? The pancreatic duct is the excretory duct of the … Pancreatic Duct: Structure, Function & Diseases
Pancreatic cancer or pancreatic carcinoma is a rare cancer. Unfortunately, however, it is still currently considered very difficult to cure. In most cases, pancreatic cancer can no longer be cured because the disease is often detected and treated too late. Therefore, the earlier the disease is detected, the higher the chances of survival. One of … Pancreatic Cancer: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment