pancreatitis

American

[pan-kree-uh-tahy-tis, pang-] / ˌpæn kri əˈtaɪ tɪs, ˌpæŋ- /

noun

Pathology.

inflammation of the pancreas.

pancreatitis British

/ ˌpæŋkrɪəˈtaɪtɪs /

noun

inflammation of the pancreas

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Etymology

Origin of pancreatitis

From New Latin, dating back to 1835–45; see origin at pancreat-, -itis

Example Sentences

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This story may be one of direct market competition, but Ulz sees tremendous potential for the broad use of plozasiran, particularly among patients at high risk of pancreatitis.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

An important advantage of the test is its ability to differentiate pancreatic cancer from other non-cancerous pancreatic conditions, including pancreatitis.

From Science Daily • Mar. 23, 2026

A large cohort study found the gastroparesis and pancreatitis risk figures cited above among patients using GLP-1 agonists specifically for weight loss, not diabetes.

From Slate • Mar. 22, 2026

Most people with acute pancreatitis start to feel better within about a week and have no further problems.

From BBC • Jan. 29, 2026

She liked the hospital and the routines, but in August 1969, she was sent back home to recover after a bad bout of pancreatitis left her weak and exhausted.

From "Boots on the Ground: America's War in Vietnam" by Elizabeth Partridge

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