pancreatitis
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Introduction
Inflammation of the pancreas, acute or chronic. Differentiation is based upon clinical criteria. In acute pancreatitis, normal pancreatic function is restored after the inflammation subsides. In chronic pancreatitis, there is a permanent loss of function & pain may persist.
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References
- ↑ Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 13th ed. Companion Handbook, Isselbacher et al (eds), McGraw-Hill Inc. NY, 1995, pg 514-517
- ↑ Saunders Manual of Medical Practice, Rakel (ed), WB Saunders, Philadelphia, 1996, pg 379-81
- ↑ ARUP consult: Idiopathic and Hereditary Pancreatitis Testing https://arupconsult.com/ati/idiopathic-and-hereditary-pancreatitis-testing
- ↑ NIDDK: Pancreatitis https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/digestive-diseases/pancreatitis