n this section we expand on the features that describe the parts of the organ starting with the head, uncinate process, body and tail. The small parts as seen and evaluated by histology follow. Finally we discuss the capsules and
supportive elements of the gland.
HEAD, UNCINATE PROCESS, NECK, BODY, AND TAIL
This cross sectional image of thr pancreas is an artistic rendition of the pancreas unseated from its hermit status as it
becomes exposed by contemporary technology. It has been titled ‘Pancreas in the Summer”. Courtesy Ashley Davidoff MD