Chronic calcific pancreatitis with obstructing stone

Discussion:

When presenting with an episode of abdominal pain, this patient underwent an ultrasound of the abdomen which revealed features of chronic calcific pancreatitis. However, due to the suboptimal acoustic window, a CT scan was recommended to rule out any pancreatic inflammation or neoplasm. The chronic inflammatory changes result in reduction in volume of pancreatic parenchyma with only a ghost of the gland remaining in the latter stages. These patients are more prone for neoplasms and have to be watched closely. 

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