📋Overview
This condition occurs when the pancreas does not produce or secrete sufficient levels of enzymes into the small intestine, leading to the malabsorption of fats, proteins, and carbohydrates. Without these essential enzymes, the digestive system cannot effectively break down food for nutrient uptake.
This insufficiency is frequently associated with underlying medical conditions that damage pancreatic tissue, such as chronic pancreatitis, cystic fibrosis, or pancreatic cancer. It is defined by the functional failure of the organ to deliver the necessary components for normal gastrointestinal processing.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0267963Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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