Approach to Acute and Chronic Pancreatitis in the ICU
摘要
Acute pancreatitis (AP) is an inflammatory condition that varies in severity, from mild cases with rapid recovery to severe forms leading to necrosis, infection, and multi-organ failure. Chronic pancreatitis (CP), on the other hand, is a long-standing inflammation that results in fibrosis and the irreversible loss of pancreatic function, often requiring a different management strategy. Early intervention, appropriate diagnosis, and treatment in the ICU are essential to minimize morbidity and mortality. This chapter provides a structured, evidence-based approach for managing both acute and chronic pancreatitis, with an emphasis on ICU-level care and chronic management [1] [Ref: Algorithm 34.1].