Chronic Pancreatitis
Uganda2023
Evidence-based management of Chronic Pancreatitis according to Uganda Clinical Guidelines 2023
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General Adult
Diagnosis
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Clinical Features
Chronic pain (main symptom), diarrhoea, loss of weight, diabetes mellitus. Complications: pseudocysts, stenosis of pancreatic/duodenal duct, malnutrition, cancer.
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Investigations
Raised pancreatic amylase/lipase >3 times normal. Ultrasound (gallstones, oedema). Liver function tests.
Treatment
1.
Management
Refer for specialist management. Use WHO Pain Analgesic ladder: Pethidine 50-100 mg IM or Tramadol 50-100 mg oral/IM as required. Avoid alcohol and fatty foods.
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