Acute Pancreatitis: Clinical Manifestations and Diagnosis for Residents

Dive into acute pancreatitis with this episode of 88 Diagnoses! Covering everything from the UpToDate article, we break down the inflammatory pancreatic condition—its classification (interstitial vs. necrotizing), severity (mild to severe), clinical symptoms like hallmark pain, and key diagnostic tools like serum lipase and CT/MRI. Expect 3 snappy segments with catchy mnemonics, 4-5 ward-ready tips, relatable resident stories, and 3-4 ‘pause and think’ prompts to sharpen your skills. Each subtopic wraps with “if you can’t remember everything, remember this!” We end with an interactive case study featuring a diagnostic twist. Listen now, apply a tip on rounds, and share your feedback to ace pancreatitis on the wards!