Purpose of review Despite the increasing incidence of acute pancreatitis, the overall
mortality of AP has decreased. Recent findings The findings of recent studies on fluid …

Acute pancreatitis (AP) is a common medical condition with extensive morbidity and
mortality. Approximately 210,000 Americans are hospitalized each year; and 5% of patients …

Acute pancreatitis is a disease of variable severity that can lead to significant morbidity and
mortality. Current management has remained limited to supportive measures and the …

Opinion Statement Acute pancreatitis (AP) remains a disease with significant morbidity and
mortality, and the reported incidence is increasing. Despite a significant amount of research …

Acute pancreatitis is a common disease characterized by acinar cell destruction and acute
inflammatory changes of the pancreas that lead to a systemic inflammatory response. A …

The incidence of acute pancreatitis (AP) has been increasing worldwide, but the major
etiologies remain gallstones and alcohol. Several studies have reported that smoking is an …

The medical treatment of acute pancreatitis continues to focus on supportive care, including
fluid therapy, nutrition, and antibiotics, all of which will be critically reviewed. Pharmacologic …

Acute pancreatitis is an acute painful abdominal disease of sudden onset that ranges from a
mild and self-limited illness to a severe and severe life-threatening condition. In spite of …

Recent randomized controlled trials in acute pancreatitis have provided evidence that
challenges current approaches to management, including fluid resuscitation, antibiotic …

This review summarized the current controversies in the management of acute pancreatitis
(AP). The controversies in management range from issues involving fluid resuscitation …