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Pancreatitis

Treatment

See the specific types of pancreatitis.

Outlook (Prognosis)

See the specific types of pancreatitis.

Possible Complications

See the specific types of pancreatitis.

When to Contact a Medical Professional

Call your health care provider if you have persistent abdominal pain or jaundice, with or without other symptoms.

References

Banks PA, Freeman ML; Practice Parameters Committee of the American College of Gastroenterology. Practice guidelines in acute pancreatitis. Am J Gastroenterol. 2006 Oct;101(10):2379-400.

Review Date: 5/3/2007
Reviewed By: Jenifer K. Lehrer, MD, Department of Gastroenterology, Frankford-Torresdale Hospital, Jefferson Health System, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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