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).



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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

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