Tail of pancreas
Tail of Pancreas
The Tail of Pancreas (pronunciation: /teɪl ɒv ˈpæŋkriəs/) is the narrow, tapered end of the Pancreas, a vital organ in the digestive system and endocrine system of the human body.
Etymology
The term "Tail of Pancreas" is derived from the Latin words pancreas meaning "all flesh" and cauda meaning "tail". The term is used to describe the part of the pancreas that extends towards the Spleen.
Anatomy
The Tail of Pancreas is located near the Spleen and is the part of the pancreas that is furthest from the Duodenum. It is typically between 1.3 to 3.5 cm in diameter. The tail of the pancreas is part of the larger Pancreas, which also includes the head, body, and neck.
Function
The Tail of Pancreas, like the rest of the pancreas, has both endocrine and exocrine functions. It produces Insulin and Glucagon, hormones that regulate blood sugar levels. It also produces Pancreatic juice, which aids in digestion.
Related Terms
- Pancreas
- Head of pancreas
- Body of pancreas
- Neck of pancreas
- Spleen
- Duodenum
- Insulin
- Glucagon
- Pancreatic juice
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tail of pancreas
- Wikipedia's article - Tail of pancreas
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