#327 Acute Pancreatitis

Learn what you really need to diagnose pancreatitis, when to use imaging sources and what is most important in management! Rapidly treating Acute Pancreatitis might change its course! We’re joined by Dr. Kaveh Sharzehi @sharzehi of Oregon Health & Science University (@OHSUNews). Claim free CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! Episodes | Spotify | Swag! | Top Picks | Mailing List | [email protected] | Free CME! Show Segments Intro, disclaimer, guest bio Guest one-liner Case from Kashlak Risk factors for severe course Use of Scoring Systems  Requirements to make the diagnosis  Rational use of imaging  Initial management: fluids, analgesia, and nutrition When to use antibiotics  When to perform cholecystectomy  Most common complications and interventions  How to follow up in the outpatient setting  Credits Producer & Scriptwriters: Monee Amin MD and Meredith Trubitt MD Show Notes & Infographics: Andréa Perdigão  Cover Art: Monee Amin MD Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP    Reviewer: Molly Heublein MD Executive Producer: Beth Garbitelli Showrunner: Matthew Watto MD, FACP Editor: Clair Morgan of nodderly.com Guest: Kaveh Sharzehi MD, MS Sponsor: BetterHelpVisit betterhelp.com/curb for 10% of your first month.Sponsor: MedMasteryVisit www.medmastery.com/curbsiders for a 15% lifetime discount! CME Partner: VCU Health CEThe Curbsiders are partnering with VCU Health Continuing Education to offer FREE continuing education credits for physicians and other healthcare professionals. Visit curbsiders.vcuhealth.org and search for this episode to claim credit.