Chronic pancreatitis ultrasound

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Ultrasound

CT findings suggestive of chronic pancreatitis may include:

• Dilatation of the main pancreatic duct
• Calcifications
• Pancreatic gland enlargement
• Changes in pancreatic size, shape, and contour
• Pancreatic pseudocysts

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