Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) of the Pancreas
Imaging & Scans
≈ ¥1200-2500
(≈ $170-360)
30 min
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Description
Estimated cost for Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) of the Pancreas at general public hospitals in China is about ¥840-2000, and at Grade 3A hospitals about ¥1200-2500, varying by hospital tier and region.
Main Uses
Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) of the pancreas is primarily used for diagnosing and staging pancreatic cancer, evaluating chronic and acute pancreatitis, identifying pancreatic cysts and their nature, assessing the extent of pancreatic diseases, and guiding biopsies or fine needle aspirations. It's also useful in cases where conventional imaging techniques like CT or MRI have provided inconclusive results.
Normal Range
For Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) of the pancreas, there is no specific numerical range as it is an imaging test. The normal finding would be a pancreas with a uniform echotexture, without masses, cysts, or dilated ducts. The main pancreatic duct should not exceed 3 mm in diameter in most parts, and the size of the pancreas can vary but generally does not exceed 20-30 mm in head, 15-25 mm in body, and 10-20 mm in tail.
Low Values - Possible Causes
Since EUS is an imaging test, 'low values' do not apply in the traditional sense. However, findings that might be considered as indicating a less than optimal state could include: atrophy of the pancreas, which may be due to chronic pancreatitis, diabetes, or malnutrition; reduced pancreatic duct size, possibly from obstruction or scarring; or decreased echogenicity, potentially signifying fatty infiltration or other conditions affecting the tissue density.
High Values - Possible Causes
Similarly, 'high values' are not applicable, but abnormal findings that indicate a more severe condition could include: enlargement of the pancreas, often seen in acute or chronic pancreatitis, pancreatic cancer, or pseudocysts; dilation of the pancreatic duct, commonly associated with tumors, strictures, or chronic pancreatitis; increased echogenicity, which might suggest fibrosis or calcification, typically found in chronic pancreatitis.