Gland Pancreas Ring-shaped

Pancreatic anular gland is a rare abnormal location of the pancreas in the abdominal cavity, which occurs in 1-3% of the population. At the moment, there are no clear recommendations regarding the treatment of this structure, but it is not life-threatening and does not lead to the development of complications.

The pancreas is located behind the stomach in humans and performs a number of important functions in the body, such as secreting insulin and bicarbonates, maintaining blood glucose homeostasis, and secreting enzymes to break down proteins, fats and carbohydrates. If it is abnormally positioned, the pancreas can be severely distended and form a ring around the intestines in the left half of the abdominal cavity. In some cases, the gland tissue may have a nodular shape or its structures may be multiple, which complicates diagnosis and treatment. Patients with pancreatic annular gland may have symptoms such as abdominal pain, frequent vomiting, or intestinal disturbances. However, these