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  • 01/04/2021

What side is pancreas on?

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Dr. Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

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Pancreas is about 6 inch long situated across the back of the abdomen behind the stomach. It's head is on right side of the abodmen and tail is towards the left side of abdomen.

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