pancreatitis

[ pan-kree-uh-tahy-tis, pang- ]

noun

, Pathology.

1. inflammation of the pancreas.

pancreatitis

/ ˌpæŋkrɪəˈtaɪtɪs /

noun

1. inflammation of the pancreas

Word History and Origins

Origin of pancreatitis¹

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

Example Sentences

There have also been cases of daily cannabis users developing pancreatitis without having any other obvious risk factors.

From FiveThirtyEight

The drug is used in Japan for treating pancreatitis, and studies indicate it is generally safe.

From Science News

Magnitsky died in police custody of untreated pancreatitis and heart problems.

From The Daily Beast

The man may have appendicitis, or colitis, or pancreatitis, or he may have been shot through the lungs or the abdomen.

From Project Gutenberg

Acute pancreatitis is a uniformly fatal disease, though fortunately it is rare.

From Project Gutenberg