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World J Gastroenterol. Dec 21, 2007; 13(47): 6327-6332
Published online Dec 21, 2007. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v13.i47.6327
Table 1 Diagnostic criteria for autoimmune pancreatitis proposed by the Japanese Pancreas Society
A Imaging criterion: Diffuse narrowing of the main pancreatic duct with an irregular wall (more than 1/3 the length of the entire pancreatic duct) and enlargement of the pancreas
B Laboratory criterion: Abnormally elevated levels of serum gamma-globulin and/or IgG, or the presence of autoantibodies
C Histopathologic criterion: Marked lymphoplasmacytic infiltration and dense fibrosis
For the diagnosis, criterion A must be present together with criterion B and/or C