Chronic pancreatitis Flashcards

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Chronic pancreatitis

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Chornic inflammation
Atrophy
Calcification of the pancreas

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Causes

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Alcohol abuse

idiopathic

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Consequence

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Pancreatic insufficiency: steatorhea, fat soluble, vitamin deficiency, DM

Increased risk of adenocarcinoma

Amylase lipase also LESS elevated (compared to acute)

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