Pancreas
The pancreas is a glandular organ that is located deep in the abdomen between the stomach and the spine. It is about 6 inches long and is connected to the duodenum (the first part of the small intestine) through a small tube known as the pancreatic duct. The head of the pancreas is on the right side of the abdomen and the tail (narrow end of the pancreas) extends to the left side of the body.
It forms an integral part of the digestive system by acting as a connecting link of the pancreatic duct and bile duct with the duodenum. Surrounded by the stomach, intestine and other body organs, pancreas produces several hormones and pancreatic juices that aid in the normal functioning of the body.
Pancreas is made up of exocrine (inner) cells and endocrine (outer) cells. The endocrine cells consist of islets of langerhans which produce and secrete hormones namely insulin and glucagon into the bloodstream. These hormones play a vital role in maintaining the normal blood sugar level in the body. The exocrine cells are made up of acinar cells which produce pancreatic juices that contain enzymes which help in the digestion of food
The clinical conditions that affect the functioning of the pancreas are type1 diabetes, type2 diabetes, pancreatic cancer, cystic fibrosis, pancreatitis and enlarged pancreas.
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ANI, August 15, 2019 at 11:24am
Pancreatic cancer patients can soon rejoice. A new study says that a more effective drug has been developed to treat this disease.
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IANS, April 02, 2019 at 08:20am
According to a new study, people below 50 with excess body weight are likely to suffer from pancreatic cancer.
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IANS, March 26, 2019 at 09:05am
World's first machine intelligent artificial pancreas which can help enhance insulin dosing for diabetics, has been created by Australian-based researchers.
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Agencies, February 27, 2019 at 07:17am
Ailing Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar was on Tuesday discharged from the Goa Medical College.
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According to a new study, opting for a new blood test sTRA for pancreatic cancer along with the current CA-19-9 test, may help early detection in those who are at high risk of it. Read to know about this + other self-care tips.
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Pancreatic cancer is not a very common cancer however you cannot ignore its severity. Often some genes are held responsible for this cancer. Moreover, even the risk factors stated by experts are also very weekly associated.
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Agencies, September 16, 2018 at 06:52am
Manohar Parrikar, who is suffering from advanced pancreatic cancer, was on Saturday admitted at the All India Institute for Medical Sciences (AIIMS) for further treatment and examination.
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Follow these diet tips can help you to deal with your pancreatitis. Here, we tell you what you should eat and avoid to stay healthy. Get going!
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The pancreas plays a vital role in your digestion process and it lies behind the stomach in the abdominal cavity. Your pancreas will not be able to function properly due to problems like gallstones, diabetes and many more. So, just eat these foods to keep your pancreas in top shape.
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Agencies, August 03, 2018 at 05:54pm
Blocking a digestive hormone associated with obesity may help prevent the spread of pancreatic tumours to other areas in the body, according to a study.
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The blockade of the digestive hormone (CCK) may play a role in the treatment and prevention of pancreatic cancer.
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Agencies, July 04, 2018 at 10:16am
Just weeks after the operation, the transplanted beta cells began to produce insulin again, doctors said.
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Diabetics are more likely to develop serious complications because of viral infections, as the body is unable to protect itself.
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Posted By
ANI, June 19, 2018 at 09:34am
Type 2 diabetes linked to pancreatic cancer.
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Timely diagnosis and treatment is the key to treating pancreatitis.
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Posted By
ANI, May 22, 2018 at 03:09pm
Fasting-based diets may be associated with long-term health risks and careful consideration should be made before starting such weight loss programmes.
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Agencies, April 11, 2018 at 10:58am
He will return from abroad by next month, BJP General Secretary Sadanand Shet Tanavade said on Tuesday.
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Posted By
ANI, March 22, 2018 at 01:55pm
"Because the pancreas is remote from the gut, it is considered a sterile organ."
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Agencies, March 07, 2018 at 04:46pm
Parrikar was discharged from Lilavati Hospital late on Tuesday and he is currently en route to the US for further treatment.
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Researchers have found that alterations in four main genes are responsible for how long patients survive with pancreatic cancer.
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