How is pancreatitis treated?
May 16, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Shuwen
Introduction
Pancreatitis is divided into acute and chronic types, and their treatments differ. Treatment for acute pancreatitis includes monitoring of vital signs, rapid fluid resuscitation, fasting or parenteral nutritional support, as well as medication therapy as prescribed by a physician. Chronic pancreatitis is primarily treated according to its underlying cause; if it results from pancreatic duct strictures, pancreatic stones, or similar conditions, endoscopic intervention is required.
Pancreatitis is divided into acute and chronic types, and the treatment methods differ accordingly. The specific analysis is as follows:
1. Acute pancreatitis
Close monitoring of the patient's vital signs is required, along with rapid fluid resuscitation. Appropriate supplementation of vitamins and trace elements should be provided to increase the patient's blood volume. Since acute pancreatitis can cause nausea and vomiting, short-term fasting is necessary in mild cases, and enteral or parenteral nutritional support is generally not needed. However, if nausea and vomiting are severe, nutritional support becomes essential. Additionally, medication should be administered according to medical advice, such as ceftriaxone sodium injection and pethidine hydrochloride tablets.
2. Chronic pancreatitis
Treatment primarily targets the underlying cause. If insulin resistance is suspected, medications such as metformin hydrochloride tablets or glibenclamide tablets may be used. In cases caused by pancreatic duct stenosis or pancreatic stones, endoscopic intervention is required. During treatment, patients should quit smoking and avoid alcohol, and refrain from consuming excessive high-fat and high-protein foods.
Patients are advised to seek prompt medical attention at a hospital, where targeted treatments will be provided by physicians.
