GI - Pancreatitis Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
A
2
Q
Presentation of acute pancreatitis
A
- epigastric abdominal pain that radiates to the back
- nausea
- vomiting
3
Q
First line imaging for the evaluation of acute pancreatitis and pancreatitis related complications
A
CT scan of the abdomen
4
Q
Treatment of acute pancreatitis
A
- IV fluids
- Bowel rest
- Opiod analgesics
5
Q
Complications of acute pancreatitis
A
- necrosis
- hemorrhage
- abscess
- pseudocyst