Pancreaticobiliary disorders include tumors, obstruction, and injury of the pancreas and bile ducts. MaineHealth has skilled doctors who treat the pancreas and bile ducts.
What are pancreaticobiliary disorders?
Pancreaticobiliary disorders affect the pancreas, gall bladder and bile ducts. These disorders can be complex and require the evaluation, care and treatment of a specialist. Types of pancreaticobiliary disorders include:
- Bile duct disease: Cysts, stones, strictures and tumors
- Gallbladder disease: gallstones, inflammation of the gallbladder, infection and obstruction
- Pancreas disease: tumors and pancreatitis
How are pancreaticobiliary disorders treated?
MaineHealth gastroenterologists, surgeons, anesthesiologists, radiologists and pathologists provide multidisciplinary care for people with pancreaticobiliary disorders. The team approach allows for better coordination of treatment and services for the best patient outcomes.