Tratamiento de la pancreatitis aguda.

Abstract

Acute pancreatitis is one of the most common gastrointestinal diseases, associated with a high incidence of complications and mortality. Old paradigms in treatment have become a thing of the past since there is a change concerning fluid management, the use of antibiotics, delayed nutrition, and the replacement of invasive surgeries by endoscopic techniques with a high success rate and fewer complications. Objective: To investigate the current therapeutic measures in managing acute pancreatitis. Methodology: This is a descriptive, retrospective bibliographic review study with a qualitative approach focusing on treating acute pancreatitis. Zotero bibliography manager was used based on the research question: ¿What are the current therapeutic measures in managing acute pancreatitis? Results: According to conducted studies, it has been determined that non-abrupt fluid management, as well as early nutrition, is associated with a better prognosis and fewer complications. Additionally, endoscopic management has become the tool of choice for resolving complications.