Pancreas Flashcards
1
Q
Splenic vein and pancreas are anterior to the
A
Superior mesenteric artery
2
Q
Head of pancreas wraps around what vessels
A
Junction of superior mesenteric vein and splenic vein
3
Q
Uncinate process of the pancreatic head extends under what vessel
A
Superior mesenteric vein just anterior to the IVC
4
Q
Dimensions of pancreas
A
3 cm head
2.5 cm body
2 cm tail
5
Q
Approximate length of pancreas
A
12-15 cm
6
Q
Offers an excellent noninvasive method of imaging the pancreatic duct as well as the biliary system
A
MRCP
7
Q
Increases pancreatic secretions and improves visualization of pancreatic duct
A
MRCP secretin test
