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Annular pancreas

Digestive system

Endocrine glands

• Fullness after eating
• Nausea and Vomiting
• Feeding intolerance in newborns

Signs that may indicate annular pancreas include the following:

• Polyhydramnios (excessive amniotic fluid during pregnancy)
• Pancreatitis
• Down syndrome
• Other congenital gut anomalies

Tests include:

• Abdominal x-ray
• CT scan
• Upper GI and small bowel series
• Abdominal ultrasound

Review Date: 10/13/2006
Reviewed By: Jenifer K. Lehrer, MD, Department of Gastroenterology, Frankford-Torresdale Hospital, Jefferson Health System, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.