Pancreatemphraxis is a medical term that refers to the obstruction or blockage of the pancreas. The spelling of this word may seem daunting, but it can be broken down into its phonetic components. It is pronounced /ˌpæŋkriətɛmˈfræksɪs/. The prefix "pancrea-" refers to the pancreas, and the suffix "-emphraxis" indicates an obstruction or blockage. Learning the pronunciation and spelling of medical terms may require practice, but it can improve communication and understanding in healthcare settings.
Obstruction in the pancreatic duct, causing swelling of the gland.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.