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Which part of the pancreas is located within the curve of the duodenum?
Which part of the pancreas is located within the curve of the duodenum?
What types of secretion does the pancreas perform?
What types of secretion does the pancreas perform?
Which structure is NOT related to the posterior surface of the pancreas?
Which structure is NOT related to the posterior surface of the pancreas?
Where is the pancreas primarily located in the body?
Where is the pancreas primarily located in the body?
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Which artery overlaps the superior border of the pancreas?
Which artery overlaps the superior border of the pancreas?
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Study Notes
Pancreas Overview
- Gland, partly exocrine and endocrine
- Exocrine: secretes digestive pancreatic juice
- Endocrine: secretes hormones (e.g., insulin)
Pancreas Location
- Posterior abdominal wall
- Between the 1st and 2nd lumbar vertebrae
Pancreas Structure
- Divided into head, neck, body, and tail
Head of Pancreas
- Flattened, enlarged shape
- Located within the "C-shaped" curve of the duodenum
External Features
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3 Borders:
- Superior
- Inferior
- Right lateral
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2 Surfaces:
- Anterior
- Posterior
- One Process: Uncinate process
Pancreas Relationships
- Superior border: Overlapped by the 1st part of the duodenum and superior pancreaticoduodenal artery
- Inferior border: 3rd part of the duodenum and inferior pancreaticoduodenal artery
- Right lateral border: 2nd part of the duodenum
- Anterior surface: First part of the duodenum, transverse colon, and jejunum
- Posterior surface: Inferior vena cava, renal vein, right crus of the diaphragm, and superior mesenteric vessels
Neck of Pancreas
- Constricted part between the head and body
- Two surfaces: anterior and posterior
Relationship of Surfaces to Surrounding Structures
- Anterior surface: Covered by the peritoneum; pylorus
- Posterior surface: Superior mesenteric vein, connective tissue/covering, and the posterior wall of the lesser sac
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Description
Explore the anatomy and functions of the pancreas in this comprehensive quiz. Delve into its exocrine and endocrine roles, location, structure, and relations to surrounding organs. Test your knowledge on the key features and characteristics of this vital gland.
