K86: Other diseases of pancreas
K86.8: Other specified diseases of pancreas
The term "Other specified diseases of the pancreas" refers to less common conditions affecting the pancreas. This may include conditions like pancreas divisum, which is a congenital abnormality where the pancreas doesn’t form correctly during development; or pancreas necrosis, where tissue in the pancreas dies off. Other specified diseases could also refer to less common types of pancreatic tumors or cancers. Symptoms can vary greatly depending on the specific disease but may include abdominal pain, digestive problems, weight loss, jaundice (yellowing skin and eyes), and changes in blood sugar levels. Often these conditions may require imaging tests for a definitive diagnosis. Generally, the progression of the disease and other affected systems in the body are dependent on the specific type and severity of the pancreatic disease.
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