ASGE Annual GI Advanced Practice Provider Course (Virtual) - Clinical Case-Based Learning (Day Two) | April 2023-Acute Pancreatitis Update 2023

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In the video, the speaker discusses acute pancreatitis, its causes, evaluation, management, and potential complications. The speaker first provides a background of their clinical experience in solid organ transplant and GI oncology before delving into the topic of acute pancreatitis. Acute pancreatitis is an inflammatory disorder of the pancreas and peripancreatic tissues, and it is the number one gastrointestinal cause of hospitalization in the United States. The primary causes of acute pancreatitis are gallstones and alcohol consumption, but there are other potential causes such as medication-induced pancreatitis and pancreas divisum. The speaker explains the various diagnostic imaging tests and laboratory evaluations used to diagnose and evaluate acute pancreatitis. They also discuss the different classifications for the severity of acute pancreatitis and the treatment and management strategies for each classification. Complications of acute pancreatitis, such as pseudocysts and pancreatic necrosis, are also mentioned. The speaker emphasizes the importance of supportive care, nutritional management, and early intervention for certain cases. The presentation concludes with a summary of practice pearls and guidelines for the management of acute pancreatitis.

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Sarah Enslin, PA-C

Keywords

acute pancreatitis

causes

evaluation

management

complications

treatment