As age increases, the pancreas changes, which increases the risk of metabolic diseases such as type 2 diabetes, digestive ...

Gut microbes can regulate the exocrine and endocrine functions of the pancreas and hormone production of the gastrointestinal tract, findings that may help develop potential treatments for diabetes ...

Pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy (PERT) is the main treatment for exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI). PERT replaces the digestive enzymes that the pancreas does not produce or release. EPI ...

Chestnut Hill, Mass. (4/13/2022) – Gut microbes can regulate the exocrine and endocrine functions of the pancreas and hormone production of the gastrointestinal tract, findings that may help develop ...

A new mouse study by researchers at the University of California (UC), San Diego, School of Medicine reveals that an enzyme called MICAL2 promotes tumor growth and spread in pancreatic ductal ...

When we think about protecting our health, we often think of the heart, brain, bones and gut. But not enough of us spare a ...

Pancreatic cancer remains one of the most challenging cancers to detect early, contributing to its reputation as a silent disease with poor survival rates. The pancreas—a leaf-shaped organ tucked ...

Findings complement previously announced results in triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) and prostate cancer models, highlighting Telomir-1’s consistent impact on cancer cell survival pathways. MIAMI, ...

Alcohol can have toxic effects on the pancreas. It can cause dysfunction and inflammation, which may lead to pancreatitis. It is advisable for people with pancreatitis to avoid alcohol altogether.