Causes and Risks: In this condition, the ducts of the pancreas are affected. In many cases this defect goes undetected. The cause of the defect is unknown. However, if the pancreatic ducts become obstructed, symptoms similar to pancreatitis may develop. The incidence is about 5% of the general population.
Prevention: There is no known way to prevent this disorder; it is present at birth.
Treatment: If a person has symptoms with this condition or has had recurrent pancreatitis , surgical bypass or reconstruction of the malformed pancreatic ducts is indicated to relieve obstruction.
Prognosis: The probable outcome is good with treatment
