A risk of coronary artery disease can be diagnosed through routine checkups. A blood test can indicate high levels of cholesterol. A check of blood pressure can reveal unhealthy levels. The presence of common symptoms such as chest pain or shortness of breath can also point to the presence of the condition.
An ultrasound uses soundwaves to create a picture of the inside of your body. An ultrasound of your abdomen will show the pancreas and the surrounding area, including your liver. It can show if a tumour is present and its size.You will lie on your back for the procedure.
CT scan of abdomen showed a dilated pancreatic duct and calcification in the pancreas and gallstones (Fig. â(Fig.2).2). A diagnosis of chronic recurrent pancreatitis with gall stones made and patient provided supportive medical therapy that ameliorated her symptoms.T scan of abdomen showed a dilated pancreatic duct and calcification in the pancreas and gallstones (Fig. â(Fig.2).2). A diagnosis of chronic recurrent pancreatitis with gall stones made and patient provided supportive medical therapy that ameliorated her symptoms.