Abstract

Acute pancreatitis is a prevalent condition that frequently results in life-threatening complications. Even though the majority of attacks are mild and go away on their own, up to twenty percent of patients will experience a severe episode that could prove to be fatal. Despite the many advances that have been made in medical and surgical technology, acute pancreatitis continues to be one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality. As a result, this difficult topic has been selected as the focus of the current study, in which we will investigate the clinical profile of acute pancreatitis in our facility and the treatment options available for it. Methodology: This prospective study carried out at Department of General Ayaan Institute of Medical Sciences, Kanakamamidi Village, Moinabad Mandal, Rangareddy Telangana, India. Results: 40 men and 20 women with acute pancreatitis were studied. The median age was 35 when incidence peaked in the fourth decade. Gallstone disease was the leading cause, followed by alcohol (31%) and idiopathic (16.7%). Most patients reported pain and vomiting. 3 had jaundice. Serum Amylase and Lipase had 80% diagnostic sensitivity. Computed Tomography could detect and image complications non-invasively. 13 patients received enteral nutrition and 3 received parenteral nutrition. 23 ICU patients were hospitalized for 12 days. 53% of 60 patients had a mild disease and 47% a severe attack. 7% and 28.33% of severe cases died. Conclusion: Our study found younger patients with acute pancreatitis. When possible, diagnose with serum Amylase and Lipase (80% sensitivity). Scoring systems identify patients at risk of a severe attack and should be referred to higher centers if facilities are lacking. Severe cases need a well-equipped ICU. Radiologists, endoscopists and surgeons are needed. Endoscopists and surgeons must act quickly to reduce mortality.

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