5 Questions
What is the annual incidence of acute pancreatitis?
4.9 to 35 per 100,000
What percentage of patients with gallstones develop acute pancreatitis?
3-7%
What is the overall mortality rate of acute pancreatitis?
5%
What is the mechanism behind alcohol-induced acute pancreatitis?
Relaxation of Sphincter of Oddi with reflux of duodenal contents
What is the characteristic triglyceride level associated with hypertriglyceridemia-induced acute pancreatitis?
> 1000 mg/dL
Test your knowledge of the pathophysiology, clinical features, and potential complications of acute and chronic pancreatitis with this quiz. Learn about the epidemiology, causes, and clinical presentation of pancreatitis.
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