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Anatomy and Functions of the Pancreas by Bharat Rathod is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The pancreas is located in the upper abdomen, extending from the duodenum to the spleen, and is divided into head, neck, body, and tail. It has exocrine functions producing digestive enzymes and endocrine functions through Islets of Langerhans that regulate blood sugar. Clinically, it is relevant in conditions such as diabetes mellitus, pancreatitis, and pancreatic cancer.
- Author
- Bharat Rathod
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- EN