PATHOLOGY MCQ
PANCREAS
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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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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Detailed explanation-1: -Stage IB: A tumor larger than 2 cm is in the pancreas. It has not spread to lymph nodes or other parts of the body (T2, N0, M0). 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).
Detailed explanation-2: -Approximate normal measurements are: Head 35mm (anterior to posterior) Neck 10-15mm. Tail 20mm.
Detailed explanation-3: -Your pancreas is about 6 inches (15 centimeters) long and looks something like a pear lying on its side. It releases (secretes) hormones, including insulin, to help your body process sugar in the foods you eat. And it produces digestive juices to help your body digest food and absorb nutrients.