Acute Pancreatitis: What Role Does Surgery Play?
Acute pancreatitis is the term used to describe the sudden onset of inflammation of the pancreas. The pancreas is a gland located behind the stomach which functions in the digestion of carbohydrates, proteins and fats by secreting digestive enzymes into the small intestine. The pancreas is also involved in the body’s regulation of glucose metabolism, through the secretion of the hormones insulin and glucagon into the bloodstream. The two most common causes of acute pancreatitis are gallstone disease and alcohol use. Other causes include lipid Continue reading →