When chronic heavy alcohol consumption results in pancreatitis, the impact on _____ can lead to malnutrition.

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Pancreatitis can lead to impairment of digestion and absorption of nutrients, particularly fat, which can lead to malnutrition. The function of the liver and enterocytes may also be affected, but malabsorption due to impaired pancreatic function is the primary cause of malnutrition in pancreatitis. Urinary excretion of nutrients is not directly affected by pancreatitis.

When Chronic Heavy Alcohol Consumption Results in Pancreatitis, the Impact