Pancreatitis, CT scan

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Pancreatitis, CT scan

Pancreatitis. Coloured computed tomography (CT) scan of an axial section through a patients abdomen showing a false aneurysm (red) due to chronic pancreatitis. The front of the body is at top. A false aneurysm is a collection of blood in a cavity outside a blood vessel, in this case the splenic artery, which provides the spleen, stomach and pancreas with blood. Pancreatitis occurs when the pancreatic tissue is being digested by its own enzymes. Symptoms include extreme abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting. It is most commonly caused by alcohol abuse or biliary tract disease. The liver (purple) and kidneys (brown) are also seen

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Abdomen Aneurysm Axial Chronic Computed Tomography Cross Section Ct Scan Diagnosis Diagnostic Diagnostics False False Colour Kidney Kidneys Liver Pancreas Pancreatic Scan Scanner Slice Splenic Artery Vascular Condition Disorder False Coloured Section Sectioned

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This print from Science Photo Library showcases a coloured computed tomography (CT) scan of an axial section through a patient's abdomen, revealing the presence of a false aneurysm caused by chronic pancreatitis. The image highlights the intricate network of organs within the human body and provides valuable insights into this debilitating condition. The false aneurysm, depicted in striking red hues, is observed outside the splenic artery, responsible for supplying blood to vital organs such as the spleen, stomach, and pancreas. Pancreatitis occurs when enzymes within the pancreatic tissue start digesting it themselves. This distressing disorder manifests with severe abdominal pain accompanied by symptoms like nausea and vomiting. Commonly attributed to alcohol abuse or biliary tract disease, pancreatitis poses significant health risks. In this visually compelling CT scan slice, we also glimpse other essential abdominal organs such as the liver portrayed in regal purple tones and kidneys represented in earthy brown shades. With its diagnostic capabilities and ability to capture cross-sectional views of our anatomy non-invasively, computed tomography plays a crucial role in identifying conditions like pancreatic disorders. Through this mesmerizing image captured by Science Photo Library's skilled photographers, viewers gain a deeper understanding of pancreatitis while appreciating both the beauty and complexity inherent within our bodies' internal workings.

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