Cystic fibrosis (CF) may lead to exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI). This is because CF causes the body to produce sticky mucus that can block the pancreatic duct, leading to various symptoms.

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency should be suspected among patients with high-risk clinical conditions, such as ...

Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI) causes clay-colored, greasy stools that smell foul. A stool test to check for low levels of the elastase enzyme can help diagnose the condition. The pancreas ...

(A) Representative H&E staining image of a mouse pancreas. The black arrow denotes the acinar cells and the white arrow denotes the islet. (B) Representative image of electron microscopy analysis of ...

EPI has a range of causes, some of which are autoimmune conditions. Treating these underlying conditions can help resolve symptoms of EPI and reduce your risk of complications. Exocrine pancreatic ...

Constipation may be a side effect of EPI treatment. Staying hydrated, increasing your fiber intake, and adjusting your medication dose may help relieve constipation. Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency ...

Retrospective review of clinical factors influencing germline testing in patients with pancreatic cancer across a hospital system between 2021–2023. Screening & Clinical Criteria All PC patients ...

Prognostic factors for GEM + nab-PTX combination therapy in elderly patients with pancreatic cancer. This is an ASCO Meeting Abstract from the 2024 ASCO Gastrointestinal Cancers Symposium. This ...

Staying mentally and physically healthy are key to living well with exocrine pancreatic insufficiency. Get tried-and-true management tips from gastroenterologists to incorporate into your daily ...