Anatomy
what is the size of the pancreas?
15cm
Failure of duct fusion causes what?
Pancreas Divisum
Supplies the head and it is anterolateral.
GDA
which enzyme digest fats?
Lipase
Digestive enzyme that breaks down carbohydrates/starches.
Amylase
what is the sonographic appearance of pancreas?
isoechoic/hyperechoic to liver
Hypertrophied head with absent body and tail
Pancreatic Agenesis
Courses superior and supplies body and tail
Splenic artery
what is the function of acini cells?
Produce pancreatic juice containing digestive enzymes
Remains increased for longer period of time and more specific for acute pancreatitis.
Lipase
what should the main pancreatic duct measure?
<2mm
Head of the pancreas encircles the duodenum.
Annular Pancreas
Posterior, left of the SMV and supplies body and tail.
SMA
what happens if beta cells cannot produce enough insulin?
Blood glucose remains elevated, potentially resulting in hyperglycemia/diabetes
Enzyme that helps digest protein.
Trypsin
where does the pancreas lie?
anterior pararenal space
Pancreatic tissue that has no vascular or structural connection to the body of the pancreas
Ectopic Pancreatic Tissue (Heterotropic, Aberrant)
Courses along the posterior border of the pancreas body and tail.
Splenic Vein
which hormone helps correct low blood sugar?
glucagon/alpha
Increased with biliary ductal obstruction
Product of hemoglobin in old RBC
Bilirubin
Structure anterior to the IVC and right of the portal confluence?
pancreatic head
What is asociated with duodenal atresia?
What is asociated with GI Tract?
Annular Pancreas
Ectopic Pancreatic Tissue
Runs posterior to the neck of the pancreas and anterior to the uncinate process.
SMV
what is the function of Delta?
Regulates glucagon's insulin
Increased with decreased pancreas function(diabetes)
Glucose