Pancreatic cancer, the ultimate master of disguise, often sneaks in without a grand entrance—until it is already made itself ...
It drains the pancreatic fluid from the gland and carries it to the duodenum (the first part of the small intestine). The main pancreatic duct merges with the bile duct to form the ampulla of Vater (a ...
Pancreatic cancer can block the bile ducts, leading to jaundice, Pancreatic Cancer Action details. If you notice this symptom along with dark urine or pale stools, seek medical attention immediately.
A husband’s pledge to honour his late wife’s name by fundraising in her memory has resulted a charity appointing a clinical ...
Diseases of the pancreas and bile duct are challenging to manage. We recognize this and are here to help. UAB has launched the Pancreatobiliary Disease Center to address these problems. All patients ...
Our team includes surgeons, radiologists, medical and radiation oncologists, advanced gastroenterologists, critical care intensivists, nurses, genetic counselors and other specialists who utilize the ...
If left untreated, it can result in complications such as pancreatitis or bile duct infections. A bacterial infection of the bile ducts, cholangitis is usually due to an obstruction such as ...
Mike Rooney said he was determined to make a difference after his wife Janet died from bile duct cancer in April 2023.