Current opinion in gastroenterology
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Curr. Opin. Gastroenterol. · Sep 2018
ReviewManagement of acute pancreatitis in the first 72 hours.
Acute pancreatitis is a common condition that affects patients with varying degrees of severity and may lead to significant morbidity and mortality. The present article will review the current paradigm in acute pancreatitis management within the first 72 h of diagnosis. ⋯ Acute pancreatitis is a common and heterogeneous condition with the potential for significant morbidity. Best practices in acute pancreatitis management focus on triage, hydration and enteral feeding.