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Cystic echinococcosis and diabetes

The rare cases of cystic echinococcosis (hydatid cyst) in the pancreas leading to pancreatitis and subsequent diabetes.

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Jan 31, 2026
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Is there a parasite that caused diabetes

There is no established, generalizable parasite that causes diabetes in humans; scientific literature records correlations, isolated case reports where parasites damaged pancreatic tissue and produced...

Feb 7, 2026

How are pancreatic cystic lesions from parasites diagnosed and distinguished from pancreatic cancer on imaging and serology?

Imaging () and targeted cyst evaluation by endoscopic ultrasound with fluid analysis are the principal tools for distinguishing benign, premalignant, and malignant ; key radiologic signs of malignancy...

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