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==Overview== | |||
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An annular pancreas is a ring of [[pancreatic tissue]] that encircles the [[duodenum]] (the first part of the [[small intestine]], just below the [[stomach]]). | An annular pancreas is a ring of [[pancreatic tissue]] that encircles the [[duodenum]] (the first part of the [[small intestine]], just below the [[stomach]]). | ||
==What are the symptoms of Annular pancreas?== | ==What are the symptoms of Annular pancreas?== | ||
Symptoms of | Symptoms of annular pancreas include: | ||
* Feeding intolerance in newborns | * Feeding intolerance in newborns | ||
* Fullness after eating | * Fullness after eating | ||
* [[Nausea]] and [[vomiting]] | * [[Nausea]] and [[vomiting]] | ||
==What | ==What causes Annular pancreas?== | ||
Annular pancreas is caused by malformation during the development of the [[pancreas]], before birth. This condition may result in a narrowing of the [[duodenum | Annular pancreas is caused by malformation during the development of the [[pancreas]], before birth. This condition may result in a narrowing of the [[duodenum]] due to squeezing by the ring of pancreas. | ||
Complete obstruction of the duodenum is often seen in newborns with this condition. However, half of cases are not diagnosed until symptoms occur in adulthood. There are probably many cases that go undetected due to mild symptoms. | Complete obstruction of the duodenum is often seen in newborns with this condition. However, half of cases are not diagnosed until symptoms occur in adulthood. There are probably many cases that go undetected due to mild symptoms. | ||
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People with this condition are more like to have a [[peptic ulcer]]. | People with this condition are more like to have a [[peptic ulcer]]. | ||
== | ==When to seek urgent medical care?== | ||
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you or your child have any symptoms of annular pancreas. | |||
==Diagnosis== | |||
Signs that may indicate annular pancreas include: | Signs that may indicate annular pancreas include: | ||
* [[Down syndrome]] | * [[Down syndrome]] | ||
* Other congenital (something you are born with) gastrointestinal problems | * Other congenital (something you are born with) gastrointestinal problems | ||
* [[Pancreatitis]] | * [[Pancreatitis]] (inflamation of the pancreas) | ||
* Excessive amniotic fluid during pregnancy ([[polyhydramnios]]) | * Excessive amniotic fluid (the fluid surrounding the baby in pregnancy) during pregnancy ([[polyhydramnios]]) | ||
Tests include: | Tests include: | ||
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* Upper GI and small bowel series | * Upper GI and small bowel series | ||
== | ===Diseases with similar symptoms=== | ||
* Pancreatic divisum: failure of the dorsal and ventral pancreatic ducts to fuse resulting in the majority of secretions exiting via the accessory pancreatic | |||
* Pancreatic neoplasms | |||
* Duplication cyst of the duodenum | |||
* Duodenal atresia (failure of canalization of small intestine or part of it) | |||
==Treatment options== | ==Treatment options== | ||
Surgical bypass of the blocked part of the [[duodenum]] is the usual treatment for this disorder. | Surgical bypass of the blocked part of the [[duodenum]] is the usual treatment for this disorder. | ||
==Where to find medical care for Annular pancreas== | ==Where to find medical care for Annular pancreas?== | ||
[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&q={{urlencode:{{#if:{{{1|}}}|{{{1}}}|yourdisease}}}}&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=65.008093,112.148438&ie=UTF8&ll=37.0625,-95.677068&spn=91.690419,149.414063&z=2&source=embed Directions to | [http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&q={{urlencode:{{#if:{{{1|}}}|{{{1}}}|yourdisease}}}}&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=65.008093,112.148438&ie=UTF8&ll=37.0625,-95.677068&spn=91.690419,149.414063&z=2&source=embed Directions to hospitals treating annular pancreas] | ||
==What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)== | ==What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?== | ||
The outcome is usually good with surgery. | The outcome is usually good with surgery. | ||
==Possible complications== | |||
* Obstructive [[jaundice]] | * Obstructive [[jaundice]] | ||
* [[Pancreatitis]] | * [[Pancreatitis]] | ||
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==Sources== | ==Sources== | ||
*http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001142.htm | *http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001142.htm | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1];Assistant Editor-In-Chief: Meagan E. Doherty.
Overview
An annular pancreas is a ring of pancreatic tissue that encircles the duodenum (the first part of the small intestine, just below the stomach).
What are the symptoms of Annular pancreas?
Symptoms of annular pancreas include:
What causes Annular pancreas?
Annular pancreas is caused by malformation during the development of the pancreas, before birth. This condition may result in a narrowing of the duodenum due to squeezing by the ring of pancreas.
Complete obstruction of the duodenum is often seen in newborns with this condition. However, half of cases are not diagnosed until symptoms occur in adulthood. There are probably many cases that go undetected due to mild symptoms.
People with this condition are more like to have a peptic ulcer.
When to seek urgent medical care?
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you or your child have any symptoms of annular pancreas.
Diagnosis
Signs that may indicate annular pancreas include:
- Down syndrome
- Other congenital (something you are born with) gastrointestinal problems
- Pancreatitis (inflamation of the pancreas)
- Excessive amniotic fluid (the fluid surrounding the baby in pregnancy) during pregnancy (polyhydramnios)
Tests include:
- Abdominal ultrasound
- Abdominal x-ray
- CT scan
- Upper GI and small bowel series
Diseases with similar symptoms
- Pancreatic divisum: failure of the dorsal and ventral pancreatic ducts to fuse resulting in the majority of secretions exiting via the accessory pancreatic
- Pancreatic neoplasms
- Duplication cyst of the duodenum
- Duodenal atresia (failure of canalization of small intestine or part of it)
Treatment options
Surgical bypass of the blocked part of the duodenum is the usual treatment for this disorder.
Where to find medical care for Annular pancreas?
Directions to hospitals treating annular pancreas
What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?
The outcome is usually good with surgery.
Possible complications
- Obstructive jaundice
- Pancreatitis
- Peptic ulcer
- Perforation of the intestine due to obstruction
- Peritonitis