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Does The term cirrhosis mean scarring?
Such scarring of the liver is called cirrhosis.Cirrhosis of the liver.
Which is the biggest the pancreas or the liver?
The liver is bigger than the pancreas.
What are the four accessory organs of digestion?
salivary gland, liver, gallbladder, pancreas
What is purpose of liver and pancreas?
the liver produces bile and the pancreas produces enzymes that breakdown food.
How did hormones travel from pancreas to your liver?
hormones travel from pancreas going to your stomach passes to your liver
What' gland controls blood glucose levels?
Pancreas
What causes cirrhosis?
The most common and well known causes of cirrhosis are alcoholic liver disease (which is caused by people drinking heavily for a prolonged period, usually at least a decade) and Hepatitis, both B and C. Other causes are diseases that affect the liver, such as Wilson's Disease. Cirrhosis is essentially scarring of the liver, so all of it's causes are things that affect the liver.
Is the pancreas located behind the liver?
No, the pancreas is not located behind the liver. It is more accurately located behind the stomach in the upper left quadrant of the body.
Which organ produces digestive enzymes?
The pancreas is the main digestive enzyme-producing organ in the body.
Which three organs does cystic fibrosis mainly affect?
Cystic fibrosis mainly affects the lungs, pancreas, and liver. In the lungs, it causes the production of thick mucus, leading to breathing difficulties and increased risk of infections. In the pancreas, it can obstruct the ducts, impairing digestion and nutrient absorption. In the liver, it can lead to liver disease and complications.
Why would you expect to see strands of connective tissue within the pancreas and liver?
Because blood vessels are embedded in the pancreas and liver
Would you expect to see strands of connective tissue within the pancreas and liver?
Because blood vessels are embedded in the pancreas and liver
