Open AccessManaging severe acute and necrotizing pancreatitis
Author(s) -
Alizabeth Van Wieren,
Michelle Guild,
Nicole Raucci,
Sharon A. Meyer
Publication year - 2022
Publication title -
journal of the american academy of physician assistants
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.24
H-Index - 17
ISSN - 0893-7400
DOI - 10.1097/01.jaa.0000830176.03626.15
Subject(s) - medicine , necrotizing pancreatitis , acute pancreatitis , intensive care medicine , pancreatitis , intervention (counseling) , disease , psychiatry
Acute pancreatitis is associated with significant morbidity and mortality, and is one of the most common gastrointestinal disorders requiring hospitalization. This article describes current concepts in the diagnosis and management of severe acute and necrotizing pancreatitis. Management of this disease requires IV fluids, pain control, and advanced medical and interventional care. Early identification and intervention may help to prevent patient morbidity and mortality.