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[|Human|] Impressions on endoscopy ultrasound found pancreatic parenchymal abnormalities consisting of hyperechoic strands and hyperechoic foci were noted in the entire pancrease.. having pain in middle abdoman which can include back pain.  have had problems off and on with pancrease flareups. 2 years ago gallbladder removed.  My stomach swells outrageously large and very tight.  The Doctor  will continue with more testing.  what is hyperechoic strands and hyperechoic foci?  Thank you.
[|AI|]  Hello. Hyperechoic strands and hyperechoic loci are nonspecific signs of abdomen ultrasound. Abdomen ultrasound is not the most sensitive test to diagnosis pancreatic diseases. If your doctor suspects pancreatic disease the best test is computerized axial tomography(CAT)I suppose your doctor will request that test soon to establish right diagnosis and treatment. I wish you good health.(In case the answer would have been useful please indicate this)