Gland Pancreas Accessory

Accessory pancreas is a developmental anomaly in which a person has an additional gland located in the area of ​​the pancreas. It can be normal in size and functionality, or have various deviations from the norm.

When this malformation is detected, the patient may experience various symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or constipation, and digestive problems. However, in most cases, the accessory gland does not cause any serious health problems and does not require treatment.

If a patient has severe symptoms related to the accessory gland, additional tests such as an ultrasound, CT scan, or MRI may be required to determine its size, shape, and functionality. In some cases, surgery may be required to remove the extra gland.

In general, accessory pancreas is not a serious condition and can be diagnosed in many people. However, if it causes severe symptoms, you should see a doctor for diagnosis and treatment.

Co-Author(s): Tasha Rube, MD A pancreatic accessory gland is a special case of a gland located in the abdominal cavity in humans, which is quite rare. This abnormal version of the gland body, despite its size, is one of the safest for the body. If the accessory glands of the pancreas are enlarged, then this promotes bile formation, and also more often causes the development of diabetes mellitus, so this type of gland