Abstract:Early identification of acute pancreatitis etiology is essential for choosing the best therapeutic management. The main causes are cholelithiasis and alcohol consumption. Tumors that obstruct the main pancreatic duct are uncommon causes of acute pancreatitis. Duodenal neuroendocrine tumors are rare entities and may be exceptional causes of acute pancreatitis. A 57-year-old male, with associated severe cardiovascular pathology, was admitted with clinical and biological picture of acute pancreatitis. Biliary and… Show more
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