Acute Pancreatitis Flashcards
1
Q
Aetiologies?
A
Gallstones
Alcohol
Trauma
2
Q
Pathology?
A
Excess active hormone in duct/duodenum –> auto digestion –> immune response –> inflammation of pancreas
3
Q
Signs and Symptoms?
A
N+V Upper epigastric pain Fever Shock Tenderness Jaundice Ileus
4
Q
Investigations and Findings?
A
Biochem - increased serum amylase, acid/base imbalance U+Es Glucose- hyperglycaemia USS ABG ERCP - gallstones X-ray - loss of psoas shadow
5
Q
Management?
A
Treat shock
Prompt treatment of cause -removal of stone, alcohol abstinence
6
Q
Complications?
A
Shock
Chronic pancreatitis
Pancreatic cancer
Malabsorption
