Hemosuccus pancreaticus
Hemosuccus Pancreaticus
Hemosuccus Pancreaticus (pronounced: he-mo-suc-cus pan-cre-at-i-cus) is a rare cause of gastrointestinal bleeding. The term is derived from the Greek words haima meaning blood, sukkos meaning juice, and pankreas meaning pancreas.
Definition
Hemosuccus Pancreaticus is a condition characterized by bleeding into the pancreatic duct, which then flows into the gastrointestinal tract. It is often associated with pancreatitis or pancreatic tumors.
Symptoms
The main symptom of Hemosuccus Pancreaticus is gastrointestinal bleeding, which can present as melena (black, tarry stools) or hematemesis (vomiting blood). Other symptoms can include abdominal pain, anemia, and weight loss.
Causes
The most common cause of Hemosuccus Pancreaticus is chronic pancreatitis, but it can also be caused by pancreatic tumors, aneurysms, trauma, or surgery.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of Hemosuccus Pancreaticus can be challenging due to its rarity and nonspecific symptoms. It often involves a combination of endoscopy, angiography, and computed tomography (CT) scans.
Treatment
Treatment of Hemosuccus Pancreaticus typically involves addressing the underlying cause, such as treating the pancreatitis or removing the tumor. In some cases, embolization of the bleeding vessel may be necessary.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Hemosuccus pancreaticus
- Wikipedia's article - Hemosuccus pancreaticus
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