How Does Cystic Fibrosis Cause Pancreatic Insufficiency?
How Does Cystic Fibrosis Cause Pancreatic Insufficiency? Cystic fibrosis is the second most common cause of EPI, after chronic pancreatitis. It occurs because the thick mucus in your pancreas blocks pancreatic enzymes from entering the small intestine. The lack of pancreatic enzymes means your digestive tract has to pass partially undigested food. Can cystic fibrosis