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Cannabinoid-induced pancreatitis: a case series.

Kurt A Wargo¹, Bridget N Geveden, Victoria J McConnell

¹Auburn University Harrison School of Pharmacy, Auburn, AL, USA. wargoka@auburn.edu

JOP : Journal of the Pancreas

|September 18, 2007

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This study presents three new cases of acute pancreatitis linked to tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) use. These findings suggest cannabis may be an underrecognized cause of pancreatitis, potentially dose-dependent.

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Gastroenterology
Toxicology
Pharmacology

Background:

Acute pancreatitis is a serious condition with various potential causes.
Drug-induced pancreatitis accounts for a small percentage of cases.
Previous literature on cannabis-induced pancreatitis is limited to a single case report.

Observation:

Three distinct cases of acute pancreatitis are presented.
All patients reported recent and heavy tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) use.
Other common causes of pancreatitis were excluded in all cases.

Findings:

Symptoms of acute pancreatitis resolved after cessation of THC use.
This case series adds to the evidence linking cannabis use to pancreatitis.
The severity of pancreatitis may correlate with the dose of cannabis consumed.

Implications:

Cannabis use should be considered in the differential diagnosis of acute pancreatitis.
Further research is needed to elucidate the mechanism of cannabis-induced pancreatitis.
Clinicians should inquire about cannabis use in patients presenting with unexplained pancreatitis.