DIGESTIVE SYSTEM
PANCREAS
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Question
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How long does the pancreas measure?
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8-12 inches
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7-8 inches
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6-10 inches
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5-9 inches
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Stage IIA: The tumor is larger than 4 cm and extends beyond the pancreas. It has not spread to nearby arteries, veins, lymph nodes, or other parts of the body (T3, N0, M0). Stage IIB: A tumor of any size has not spread to nearby arteries or veins.
Detailed explanation-2: -The pancreas is about 6 inches long and sits across the back of the abdomen, behind the stomach. The head of the pancreas is on the right side of the abdomen and is connected to the duodenum (the first section of the small intestine) through a small tube called the pancreatic duct.
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