Nationwide survey of hereditary pancreatitis in Japan

ConclusionsHP was characterized by early disease onset, frequent development of pancreatic exocrine insufficiency and diabetes mellitus, requirement of endoscopic treatment and/or surgery, and increased risk of pancreatic cancer.PRSS1 andSPINK1 mutations serve as genetic background for HP in Japan.
Source: Journal of Gastroenterology - Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research