Pancreas

Pancreas Treatment in Ludhiana, Punjab

About your Pancreas

Where is the pancreas located?
Pancreas Treatment in Ludhiana, Punjab, The pancreas is located in the upper left abdomen that plays an important role in converting the food into the fuel that is needed by the body’s cells. It is surrounded by other organs that are the liver, spleen, and small intestine. It is around 6 to 1inches long & it is like a flat pear in shape.

The wide part is in the center position where it is going to meet the small intestine.

Sections of the pancreas
Many blood vessels are surrounded by the pancreas, the portal vein, the celiac axis, the superior mesenteric vein, and the superior mesenteric artery.

The pancreas with surrounding vessels and organs
Digestion is possible because of pancreatic enzymes, and it is present in the exocrine tissue of the pancreas. The rest of the tissue contains the endocrine cells which are referred to as islets of Langerhans. These are in groups, and hormone production helps to control the blood sugar and regulates pancreatic secretions.

What are the functions performed by the pancreas?

Exocrine Function
The pancreas contains exocrine glands which result in the production of enzymes that aids digestion. The proteins make everything much easier, break down the fat, and keep a close check on carbohydrates required for digestion. The common bile duct is present in the liver and gallbladder that is important for the digestive tract.

Endocrine Function:
The endocrine contains the pancreas that results in the creation and release of important hormones that go to the bloodstream. The hormones are insulin (lower the blood sugar level) and glucagon (Increases the blood sugar level). Controlling the blood sugar level is required for other organs like the liver, brain, and kidneys.

Diseases of the Pancreas
Some of the conditions which can affect the pancreas are pancreatic cancer, PanIN and IPMN, and pancreatitis. With each symptom, there can be different symptoms, and for that, you need to get the treatment on time.

Pancreatitis
Pancreas inflammation starts when there is an increase in the pancreatic enzyme secretions, and the organ starts digesting itself. The problem can result in pain which lasts for some days or sometimes the condition keeps on progressing with passing years.

Precursors to Pancreatic Cancer
The exact reason is not known but smoking cigarettes increases the risk. If there is a family history of pancreatic cancer, chronic pancreatitis, or hereditary cancer syndrome then these factors increase the risk.

Pancreatic Cancer
It is the most common one which occurs due to the exocrine tumor, and its origin is from the pancreatic duct. It accounts for less than 5% of pancreatic tumors, and it is also known as islet cell tumors or neuroendocrine.

What do you need to do?
If someone in your known is dealing with pancreatic issues then make sure to visit us. At liver transplant India you are going to get a patient-friendly approach, and its main aim is to benefit your entire health.

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