Labs
Imaging
Clinical Presentation
Management
100
The pancreatic enzyme that increases first in a patient with pancreatitis.
What is the amylase?
100
The best test for the initial diagnosis of pancreatitis?
What is a CT of the abdomen with contrast?
100
Jaundice may be associated with pancreatitis caused by this common condition?
What is cholelithiasis?
100
This is the "diet" indicated for a patient with acute pancreatitis.
What is NPO?
200
The pancreatic enzyme that is most specific for pancreatitis.
What is lipase?
200
This test provides good visualization of the biliary ducts with minimal nephrotoxicity.
What is MRCP?
200
This is the most common cause of chronic pancreatitis?
What is alcohol consumption?
200
This is generally the most important "dietary" recommendation for a patient with chronic pancreatitis.
What is avoid alcohol (or eat small, low fat meals)?
300
People older than this age meet the definition for one of Ranson's criteria.
What is 55?
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