Pancreatic Divisum is a variation that is not related to genetic defects, where the two major pancreatic ducts do not converge when a child is growing. They do not empty into one duct into which the pancreatic juices empty, but empty separately into the small intestine. In the majority of individuals with this anatomical type, one may not experience any problems, however, damaged drainage may cause pain or pancreatitis.
A number of people do not have the symptoms. Symptoms when present are normally encompassed by:
Pancreatic Divisum is congenital. Key factors include:
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Pancreatic divisum is a hereditary disorder where the two primary ducts of the pancreas do not merge during fetal growth leading to draining into the small bow in distinct ducts.
Pancreatic divisum is known to occur in about 5-10 percent of the population, and is therefore the most prevalent of the congenital anomalies of the pancreatic duct.
Many persons may develop no symptoms, whereas others can have pain in the stomach following meals, stuffiness, gas, inexplicable weight loss or cases of both acute and protracted pancreatitis.
It is normally diagnosed by use of Magnetic Resonance Cholangiopancreatography (MRCP), non-invasive imaging, which clearly demonstrates the structure of the pancreatic ducts.
No. The pancreatic divisum is not presently known to have any connection with pancreatic cancer regarding any form of increased risk.
Treatment is done only when a patient has experienced recurrent pain or pancreatitis because the ductal drainage is impaired.
Low-fat, small frequent meals should be used to lower the pancreatic workload and aid in avoiding flare-up.
Yes. Endoscopic treatment, e.g. sphincterotomy or stenting, may enhance ductal drainage and actually decreases recurrence and pain of pancreatitis.
No. Operation is only done in rare instances where the endoscopic interventions have not alleviated the condition, and it is meant to establish a bigger drainage path.
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