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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Cystic fibrosis (CF) may lead to exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI). This is because CF causes the body to produce sticky mucus that can block the pancreatic duct, leading to various symptoms.

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 ...

Medically reviewed by Qin Rao, MD Key Takeaways You can live without a pancreas, but it requires ongoing treatment.Islet ...

If you have exocrine pancreatic insufficiency, or EPI, you’re probably familiar with the gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms of the condition such as gas, bloating, frequent diarrhea, and oily stools. But ...

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 ...

Constipation may be a side effect of EPI treatment. Staying hydrated, increasing your fiber intake, and adjusting your medication dose may help relieve constipation. Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency ...