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What is the definition or description of: chronic pancreatitis?
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Pathology: Usually is described as a calcific pancreas in a patient w multiple prior acute episodes, pancreatic insufficiency, and frequently a history of alcoholism.. Pain is usually a prominent symptom.
Answered 11/28/2017
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