HealthAugust 11, 2026

intrapancreatic

IN-truh-pan-kree-AT-ik

Definition

Located, occurring, or existing within the substance or tissues of the pancreas.

Etymology

The word combines the Latin prefix 'intra-' (within) with the noun 'pancreas,' which originates from the Greek 'pankreas' meaning 'all flesh.'

In the news

The article uses the term to describe fat deposits found inside the pancreas, investigating how this localized condition may increase the risk of developing pancreatic cancer.

Beyond Blood Sugar: What Else May Link Obesity to Pancreatic Cancer?

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