What does diffusely echogenic pancreas mean?
What does diffusely echogenic pancreas mean? A very high echogenicity of the pancreas could be a sign of chronic pancreatitis, which is often accompanied by dilatation of the pancreatic duct. A previous study showed that body weight and fatty infiltration have a significant influence on pancreatic echogenicity[19]. What is the pancreatic parenchyma? The pancreas has two distinct functions, endocrine and exocrine. Eighty to 95% of the pancreatic parenchyma is composed of acinar cells, which are dedicated to the exocrine functions of producing and secreting digestive enzymes, such as trypsinogen, lipase. and amylase. Where is the pancreatic parenchyma? Parenchymal features At...