[Duodenal obstruction as a complication in acute exacerbation of chronic pancreatitis]

The authors discuss three cases of acute exacerbation of chronic pancreatitis (AECHP) which were complicated by occlusion of the duodenum. In all three patients exacerbation was preceded for several months by operations of the biliary pathways or the pancreas. Rapidly developing high ileus called for an urgent operation--GEA. After operation the passage was restored and the general condition improved. The patients are followed up for prolonged periods and live after GEA without any complaints and feel better than after the original operation.