Evaluation of Pancreatic Endocrine and Exocrine Function in Patients With Autoimmune Pancreatitis

Objectives: Up to now, the characteristics of pancreatic endocrine and exocrine functions in autoimmune pancreatitis (AIP) are still unclear. The aim of this study is to evaluate pancreatic functions in AIP compared with those of chronic pancreatitis (CP). Methods: Twelve patients with AIP and 25 patients with CP were examined for exocrine and endocrine pancreas. Exocrine function was evaluated by a secretin test. Concerning endocrine function,...