Diseases of the Pancreas

Discover the multifaceted realm where digestion and metabolism intersect, revealing a broad spectrum of pancreatic disorders. Covering inflammatory crises, neoplasms, and challenging cystic lesions, the guide details diagnostics, imaging, endoscopy, and a range of treatments—from medical to surgical—with pragmatic, multidisciplinary insights. The pancreas sits at the crossroads of digestion and metabolism, and its disorders range from acute inflammatory crises to chronic exocrine and endocrine failure. This book explains the spectrum of pancreatic disease — acute and chronic pancreatitis, cystic lesions, and pancreatic neoplasms — in a clinically focused, accessible way. Chapters cover pathophysiology, key diagnostic tests (enzymes, imaging, endoscopy), and the modern role of cross-sectional and endoscopic ultrasound. Management sections balance medical therapy, endoscopic interventions, and surgical options with attention to nutritional support and pain control. Special topics include pancreatic exocrine insufficiency, diabetes secondary to pancreatic disease, and approaches to complex cystic lesions. Designed for gastroenterologists, surgeons, and trainees who need pragmatic guidance for diagnosis and multidisciplinary care.