MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

ABDOMINAL

ABDOMINAL STATION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which is not seen in a patient with acute pancreatitis?
A
Dilated pancreatic duct
B
Peripancreatic free fluid
C
The size of the pancreas decreases
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Both acute and chronic pancreatitis can cause your pancreas to produce fewer of the enzymes that are needed to break down and process nutrients from the food you eat. This can lead to malnutrition, diarrhea and weight loss, even though you may be eating the same foods or the same amount of food.

Detailed explanation-2: -Endocrine Function: Two of the main pancreatic hormones are insulin, which acts to lower blood sugar, and glucagon, which acts to raise blood sugar.

Detailed explanation-3: -Limit alcohol consumption. Eat a heart-healthy diet. Exercise regularly and lose excess weight. Skip crash diets. Don’t smoke. 07-Apr-2022

There is 1 question to complete.