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Paediatric pancreatic problems: a five-year experience.

B K Lahoti1, Gaurav Aggarwal, Bhaskar Satsangi

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Pediatric pancreatic diseases are common, with acute pancreatitis and trauma being frequent. Timely diagnosis and management, including surgical or conservative approaches, are crucial for favorable outcomes in children.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Gastroenterology
  • Pancreatic Diseases

Background:

  • Tertiary care experience with pediatric pancreatic problems.
  • Analysis of the frequency of pancreatic diseases in children.
  • Evaluation of surgical vs. conservative management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze tertiary care experience with pediatric pancreatic disorders.
  • To determine the frequency of various pancreatic diseases in children.
  • To clarify the role of surgical and conservative management.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective study of patients with pancreatic disease suspicion.
  • Inclusion criteria: laboratory and imaging confirmation.
  • Study period: five years.

Main Results:

  • 228 patients with pancreatic problems were analyzed.
  • Acute pancreatitis and pancreatic trauma were common.
  • 64 patients required surgical intervention with a 3.5% mortality rate.

Conclusions:

  • Pediatric pancreatic disorders are not rare.
  • A high index of suspicion is essential for diagnosis.
  • Advanced investigations aid timely and appropriate management.