Azathioprine Pancreatitis — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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ModerateGastroenterologyAzathioprine PancreatitisRACP Paediatrics

CD on azathioprine develops severe epigastric pain, lipase 8x ULN. Likely cause?

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Correct answer: B — Azathioprine-induced pancreatitis

Idiosyncratic reaction in 3-5% patients. Stop drug; rechallenge contraindicated.

Reference: AUSPGHAN – 2024