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Case #2 -
A 56 year old with abdominal pain

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
4.) What are the basic elements in medical management of this patient?

Medical management of chronic pancreatitis:

  • Stop alcohol consumption

  • Nutrition: tube feedings may be required; low fat diet

  • Control diabetes mellitus

  • Pancreatic enzymes for exocrine insufficiency

  • Pain management: drugs, celiac block

 
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