Question

A 56-year-old man with acute pancreatitis (amylase 5× ULN) is haemodynamically stable. Which statement is correct?

Accepted Answer

Early aggressive IV fluids are key initial management

Answer

Immediate prophylactic antibiotics reduce mortality

Answer

Routine ERCP for all cases

Answer

Total parenteral nutrition for all

Answer

CT abdomen at presentation in all cases

Practice question

A 56-year-old man with acute pancreatitis (amylase 5× ULN) is haemodynamically stable. Which statement is correct?