Autoimmune Pancreatitis

Category: Gastroenterology / Pancreatology/Autoimmune

A rare form of chronic pancreatitis characterized by immune-mediated inflammation and fibrosis of the pancreas, often associated with elevated IgG4 levels and other autoimmune conditions.

Global Prevalence

Estimated 0.8-1.4 cases per 100,000 population, often misdiagnosed as pancreatic cancer (Source: Pancreas journal).

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