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Management Of Pancreatitis. Early enteral nutrition within 24 hours is recommended to avoid prolonged nil per os status and associated morbidity. 16 this procedure is. Early management focuses on advancements in our understanding of aggressive intravenous hydration which when applied early appears to decrease morbidity and mortality 9 10. Evidence suggests that initial goal directed therapy nutritional support and vigilance for pancreatic complications are best practice.
Evidence suggests that initial goal directed therapy nutritional support and vigilance for pancreatic complications are best practice. Prophylactic antibiotics are not recommended. Pancreatitis caused by a narrowed or blocked bile duct may require procedures to open or widen the bile duct. The guideline was developed by the aga s clinical practice guideline committee and approved by the aga governing board. Treatment begins with pain control hydration and bowel rest. Procedures to remove bile duct obstructions.
This document presents the official recommendations of the american gastroenterological association aga on the initial management of acute pancreatitis ap.
It is primarily indicated in patients with severe disease who are suspected of having biliary obstruction. Most pancreatitis complications like pancreatic pseudocyst type of inflammatory cyst or infected pancreas tissue are managed through endoscopic procedure inserting a tube down your throat until it reaches your small intestine which is next to your pancreas. Early management focuses on advancements in our understanding of aggressive intravenous hydration which when applied early appears to decrease morbidity and mortality 9 10. Pancreatitis caused by a narrowed or blocked bile duct may require procedures to open or widen the bile duct. It aims to improve quality of life by ensuring that people have the right treatment and follow up and get timely information and support after diagnosis. Medical management of mild acute pancreatitis is relatively straightforward.