Mixed endocrine-exocrine tumors of the gut constitute a heterogeneous group of rare neoplasms, which includes different histopathologic and prognostic classes. Microscopically, they consist of an ...

Exocrine glands are glands that secrete their products into ducts. They are the counterparts to endocrine glands, which secrete their products directly into the bloodstream. Typical exocrine glands ...

(A) Representative H&E staining image of a mouse pancreas. The black arrow denotes the acinar cells and the white arrow denotes the islet. (B) Representative image of electron microscopy analysis of ...

Pancreatic insufficiency can occur if there is damage to your pancreas, due to surgery or other health conditions. Your pancreas plays an important role in your digestive system. Its job is making and ...

The negative health effects of cigarettes are well known, but many people don’t realize the significant link between pancreatic cancer and smoking. Smoking cigarettes can have a negative impact on ...

Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI) occurs when the pancreas does not produce enough enzymes to aid digestion. EPI can lead to poor absorption of nutrients, weight loss, and a shortage of vitamins ...

In a person with exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI), the pancreas doesn’t make enough of the enzymes needed for proper digestion. Before you start EPI treatment, discuss your options with a ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency should be suspected among patients with high-risk clinical conditions, such as ...

Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI) causes clay-colored, greasy stools that smell foul. A stool test to check for low levels of the elastase enzyme can help diagnose the condition. The pancreas ...