| Topic: | Digestive Diseases (DD) |
| Title: | Acute Pancreatitis. |
| Author: | n/a |
| Source: | Boston, MA: The National Pancreas Foundation. 2003. 4 p. |
| Availability: | Available from The National Pancreas Foundation. P.O. Box 15333, Boston, MA 02215. (866) 726-2737. Email: info@pancreasfoundation.org. Website: www.pancreasfoundation.org. PRICE: Single copy free; full-text available online at no charge. |
| Abstract: | This brochure describes acute pancreatitis, a sudden inflammation of the pancreas that is usually associated with severe upper abdominal pain. The most common cause of acute pancreatitis is gallstones. The brochure first reviews the anatomy and physiology of the pancreas, then discusses the causes of acute pancreatitis, clinical signs, diagnostic strategies, and treatment options. Treatment for acute pancreatitis depends on the severity of the condition. Sometimes the patient needs hospitalization with administration of intravenous fluids to help restore blood volume. Antibiotics are often prescribed if infection occurs and pain medications are often used to provide relief. Surgery is sometimes needed when complications such as infection, cysts, or bleeding occur. The brochure includes the contact information for the National Pancreas Foundation (www.pancreasfoundation.org) and a tear-off mailer form for joining or donating to the National Pancreas Foundation. 1 figure. |
| Format: | Brochure/Pamphlet |
| Language: | English. |
| Major Keywords: | Digestive System Diseases. Acute Pancreatitis. Symptoms. Diagnosis. Therapy. Patient Care Management. |
| Minor Keywords: | Risk Factors. Etiology. Patient Education. Drug Therapy. Nutrition. Complications. Pancreas. Patient Care Team. |
| Publication Number: | DDBR10078 |
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