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The Pancreas

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Sonographic imaging of the pancreas in a child is challenging. Although computed tomography may be the more accurate imaging modality for pancreatic pathology in children, the lack of radiation and universal availability make sonographic imaging an attractive alternative. Certain preparatory steps can increase the accuracy of pancreatic sonography, and it is applicable for a wide variety of pathology. New developments such as endoscopic ultrasound and ultrasound elastography may enhance the applicability for diagnostic and therapeutic applications regarding the pancreas in children in the future.

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  1. Department of Pediatric Surgery, University Medicine of the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Langenbeckstraße 1, 55131, Mainz, Germany

    Julia Scholsching & Prof. Dr. Med. Oliver J. Muensterer

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Scholsching, J., Muensterer, O. (2016). The Pancreas. In: Scholz, S., Jarboe, M. (eds) Diagnostic and Interventional Ultrasound in Pediatrics and Pediatric Surgery. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-21699-7_7

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