RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
A1 Vinall, Maria
T1 Management Decisions and Treatment Trends for Acute and Chronic Pancreatitis
JF MD Conference Express
YR 2015
FD SAGE Publications
VO 15
IS 14
SP 22
OP 24
DO 10.1177/1559897715593918
UL http://mdc.sagepub.com/content/15/14/22.abstract
AB Acute and chronic pancreatitis are distinct pathologies requiring unique classification in order to devise the optimum prevention, treatment, and management strategies. AP is defined by a combination of abdominal pain, elevated pancreatic enzymes in serum, and radiologic features of AP. Management depends on defining severity. AP can progress into CP, a long-lasting inflammation of the pancreas that may worsen over time and can lead to organ damage.