Is there any Association of Distal Biliary Strictures with Acute Pancreatitis?
Abstract Background and objective: This cross-sectional study aimed to determine the frequency of distal biliary strictures in biliary pancreatitis, their…
acute pancreatitis
Effect of biliopancreatic tree anatomy on development of acute gallstone pancreatitis
Abstract Background: Acute pancreatitis (AP) is a complex disorder with gallstones being the most common underlying cause. Anatomical variations of…
The Underrecognized Role of Cannabis in the Etiology of Acute Pancreatitis
Abstract Cannabis-induced pancreatitis (CIP) is an emerging clinical entity that presents unique challenges in diagnosis and management. This narrative review…
Migrated Laparoscopic Surgical Clips Causing Acute Cholangitis 32 Years After Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
Abstract Surgical clip migration post-laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a rare but important complication to consider in patients presenting with biliary obstruction.…
Periampullary Diverticula Causing Recurrent Pancreatitis: A Case Report
Abstract Acute pancreatitis (AP) is increasingly rising globally, especially among elderly populations. In many cases, AP can progress to chronic…
Cannabis Use and Associated Gastrointestinal Disorders: A Literature Review
Abstract Cannabis, commonly known as marijuana, is used by at least 18% of the United States (US) population, which makes…
Acute pancreatitis as a rare adverse event among cannabis users: A systematic review
Abstract Method: A systematic literature search of electronic databases for peer-reviewed articles was conducted. After an initial search, we found…
Clinical Outcomes and Predictors of Thirty-Day Readmissions of Hypertriglyceridemia-Induced Acute Pancreatitis
Abstract Background: Hypertriglyceridemia (HTG) is a well-established cause of acute pancreatitis often leading to significant morbidity, mortality, and healthcare burden.…
An Unexpected Case of Cannabis-Induced Pancreatitis
Abstract As cannabis becomes legalized in many jurisdictions around the world, its popularity is increasing. Despite the presence of several…
Can early endoscopic ultrasound predict pancreatic necrosis in acute pancreatitis?
Abstract Background: Presence of pancreatic/extrapancreatic necroses (PN/EPN) is an important prognostic indicator in acute pancreatitis (AP) and their early detection…