Topic:	Digestive Diseases (DD)
Title:	Acute Pancreatitis.
Author:	Munsell, M.A.; Nguyen, G.C.; Harris, M.L.
Source:	IN: Nilsson, K.R.; Piccini, J.P., eds. Osler Medical Handbook. Philadelphia, PA: Saunders. 2006. pp. 362-370.
Availability:	Available from Saunders. Curtis Centre, Independence Square West, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Website: www.us.elsevierhealth.com. Price: $49.95.
Abstract:	This chapter on acute pancreatitis is from a handbook that provides the essentials of diagnosis and treatment, as well as the latest in evidence-based medicine, for residents working bedside, in-patient care. The chapter begins with a presentation of essential Fast Facts and concludes with Pearls and Pitfalls useful to the practicing internist. The body of the chapter is divided into sections: Epidemiology, Clinical Presentation, Diagnosis, and Management. Specific topics covered in this chapter include the mortality of acute pancreatitis; the role of gallstones and alcohol in cases of acute pancreatitis; diagnostic tests used to confirm acute pancreatitis, including serum amylase or lipase, or radiographic (X ray) evidence; determination of severity by Ranson's score, APACHE-II criteria, or CT scan; and the use of prophylactic antibiotics in patients with acute necrotizing pancreatitis. The chapter concludes with a lengthy list of references, each labeled with a 'strength of evidence' grade to help readers determine the type of research available in that reference source. 3 figures. 2 tables. 35 references.
Format:	Book Chapter
Language:	English.
Major Keywords:	Digestive System Diseases. Acute Pancreatitis. Diagnosis. Symptoms. Epidemiology. Diagnostic Tests. Patient Care Management.
Minor Keywords:	Emergencies. Patient Selection. Risk Factors. Morbidity. Mortality. Hospital Care. Radiography. Gallstones. Alcohol Use. CT Scan. Antibiotics.
Publication Number:	DDBK10419.
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