Pancreas, annular
An abnormal ring of pancreatic tissue that encircles the duodenum and often causes intestinal obstruction.
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- Pancreas, artificial
A machine that constantly measures glucose (sugar) in the blood and, in response to an elevated level of glucose, releases an appropriate amount of insulin. In this respect, the machine functions like a natural pancreas.
- Pancreatectomy
A surgical procedure in which part or all of the pancreas is removed.
- Pancreatic
Having to do with the pancreas.
- Pancreatic alpha cell
A type of cell found in areas within the pancreas called the islets of Langerhans. Alpha cells make and release glucagon, which raises the level of glucose (sugar) in the blood.