Abstract
This continuing medical education article highlights the central role of transcutaneous
sonography in diagnosing parenchymal pancreatic diseases. It emphasizes the importance
of in-depth knowledge of sonographic imaging of organ anatomy and a structured examination
methodology, particularly for identifying acute and chronic pancreatitis and related
complications. The article provides detailed guidance for optimized examination techniques
and equipment settings, even under challenging conditions, and discusses the application
of ultrasound in various scenarios of pancreatic diseases. Moreover, the relevance
of advanced sonographic techniques such as high-frequency sonography, elastography,
and contrast-enhanced sonography is illuminated in the context of expanded diagnostic
workup.
