Acute Pancreatitis: Diagnosis and Management.

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Delve into the intricate subject of Acute Pancreatitis, a common surgical emergency characterised by a predominance of mild cases but a substantial severity in 20% leading to high mortality. This lecture will explore the critical aspects of diagnosing Acute Pancreatitis via the "2 of 3" criteria, where characteristic pain and elevated amylase/lipase levels are key indicators. Understand the predominant causes in the UK, such as gallstones and alcoholism, while learning about the Glasgow-Imrie...