Pancreatic Divisum is a natural deviation whereby the two main pancreatic ducts do not meet in development of an embryo. They do not empty into a single duct to drain the pancreatic juices, but drain separately into the small intestine. Majority of individuals harboring such an anatomical type do not complain, whereas in few individuals, such defects impair the drainage resulting into the pain or pancreatitis.
A large number of people do not experience any symptoms. In any event of symptom occurrence, they may be in form of:
Pancreatic Division is congenital. Key factors include:
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Pancreatic divisum is an inborn abnormality where the two principle pancreatic ducts do not converge in the fetus and hence empty into the small intestine through separate stethoscopes.
Pancreatic divisum is the most prevalent congenital anomaly of the pancreatic ducts with the prevalence rate of approximately 5-10% of the population.
Although some individuals do not show any symptoms, other individuals may report abdominal pains after eating, bloating, gas, and unexplainable weight reduction, or acute or chronic pancreatitis.
The diagnosis is mostly done using Magnetic Resonance Cholangiopancreatography (MRCP) test which is a non-invasive examination in which anatomical arrangement of the pancreatic ducts is well illustrated.
No. No established correlation has also been found between pancreatic divisum and the probability of developing pancreatic cancer.
A patient is only to undergo treatment when there is recurrent pancreatitis or pain related to the blocked ductal emptying.
Small frequent meals that contain low amounts of fat are encouraged so that the pancreas does not have to work hard and to prevent the exacerbation.
Yes. Endoscopic treatment, sphincterotomy or stenting can be used to enhance ductal drainage and significantly decrease recurrence and pain in pancreatitis.
No. Operations are ordinarily done in rare cases where the endoscopic intervention is not effective and operation is done to establish a greater drainage route.
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