Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Acute Pancreatitis I: Introduction01:25

Acute Pancreatitis I: Introduction

Acute pancreatitis is the sudden inflammation of the pancreas caused by the early activation of digestive enzymes, leading to the autodigestion of pancreatic tissue. This results in local inflammation and, in severe cases, systemic complications.EtiologyUnderstanding the underlying causes is crucial, as identifying the etiology guides treatment and anticipates complications. Acute pancreatitis can be triggered by various factors, typically grouped into the following clinical categories.Biliary...
Acute Pancreatitis I: Introduction01:27

Acute Pancreatitis I: Introduction

Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas, an organ located behind the stomach. It can be either acute or chronic.
Acute pancreatitis is characterized by rapid inflammation of the pancreas, often caused by factors like gallstone blockage or excessive alcohol consumption. Chronic pancreatitis, on the other hand, is a slow, progressive inflammation that may result from long-term alcohol abuse, obstructions in the pancreatic duct, or genetic factors.
The causes of acute pancreatitis include:
Acute Pancreatitis II: Clinical Manifestations and Management01:30

Acute Pancreatitis II: Clinical Manifestations and Management

Acute pancreatitis presents a complex medical emergency characterized by rapid onset inflammation of the pancreas, demanding timely diagnosis and management to prevent complications. The condition primarily manifests through severe upper abdominal pain that often radiates to the back. This pain intensifies following the consumption of fatty foods. Accompanying symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal distention, fever, dyspnea, cyanosis, and jaundice can vary in intensity but significantly...
Acute Pancreatitis II: Pathophysiology01:21

Acute Pancreatitis II: Pathophysiology

The pathophysiology of acute pancreatitis centers on injury to pancreatic acinar cells, which initiates a cascade of harmful intracellular events.This injury leads to premature activation of trypsinogen to trypsin in the pancreas. Trypsin then activates other digestive enzymes, such as chymotrypsin, elastase, and phospholipase A2, which begin breaking down pancreatic tissue. The resulting autodigestion causes local inflammation, tissue swelling, hemorrhage, and fat necrosis.Injured acinar cells...
Chronic Pancreatitis I: Introduction01:25

Chronic Pancreatitis I: Introduction

Chronic pancreatitis is a long-standing, relapsing inflammation of the pancreas, characterized by irreversible damage to the gland. It results in progressive destruction of the pancreatic parenchyma, fibrosis, and eventual loss of both exocrine and endocrine function. The disease may evolve gradually after multiple episodes of acute pancreatitis or develop independently.EtiologyChronic pancreatitis can arise from a variety of causes:Alcohol use is the leading cause, accounting for 70–80% of...
Chronic Pancreatitis I: Introduction01:24

Chronic Pancreatitis I: Introduction

The pancreas, an elongated and flat gland situated behind the stomach, serves a vital function in digesting food and managing blood sugar levels.
Pancreatitis is the inflammation of the pancreas, which occurs when the immune system becomes active and causes swelling, pain, and disruptions in organ function. Pancreatitis can manifest as either an acute or chronic condition.
Acute pancreatitis arises suddenly and lasts for a brief duration, while chronic pancreatitis is a long-term affliction...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Systematic immunological evaluation in adult patients with inflammatory bowel disease.

BMC gastroenterology·2026
Same author

Selective Cingulum Degeneration in Huntington's Disease: A Clinically Relevant Event.

Movement disorders : official journal of the Movement Disorder Society·2026
Same author

Epidemiology and histopathological spectrum of appendiceal pathologies in 40.286 adults: a multicenter study from Turkey (2017-2025).

European journal of trauma and emergency surgery : official publication of the European Trauma Society·2026
Same author

A new score for predicting incidental appendiceal neoplasms in patients aged ≥40 years with acute appendicitis: a multicenter retrospective cohort study.

Ulusal travma ve acil cerrahi dergisi = Turkish journal of trauma & emergency surgery : TJTES·2025
Same author

Clinical Features and prognostic factors in pediatric deep neck infections: a retrospective study.

Acta oto-laryngologica·2025
Same author

Association of plasma neurofilament light chain with microstructural white matter changes in Down syndrome.

Alzheimer's & dementia (Amsterdam, Netherlands)·2024
Same journal

Human <i>Fasciola hepatica</i> Infection in Türkiye is More Then We Knew: A Systematic Review.

Turkiye parazitolojii dergisi·2026
Same journal

Investigating the Genetic Diversity of <i>Culiseta longiareolata</i> Populations in Southern Iran: Insights from the <i>COI</i> Gene.

Turkiye parazitolojii dergisi·2026
Same journal

Epidemiological Evaluation of Scabies Cases Presenting to a Tertiary Healthcare Facility Over a Five-year Period.

Turkiye parazitolojii dergisi·2026
Same journal

Cystic Echinococcosis in Pediatric Patients in Sivas Province: Clinical, Laboratory, Surgical, and Radiological Findings.

Turkiye parazitolojii dergisi·2026
Same journal

Evaluation of the Seroprevalence of Cystic Echinococcosis by the Indirect Hemagglutination (IHA) Method at Balıkesir University Faculty of Medicine: A Seven-year Analysis.

Turkiye parazitolojii dergisi·2026
Same journal

Prevalence of Liver Trematodes in Sheep and Goats Slaughtered in the Siirt Province Slaughterhouse.

Turkiye parazitolojii dergisi·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 14, 2026

Preparing a Mice Model of Severe Acute Pancreatitis via a Combination of Caerulein and Lipopolysaccharide Intraperitoneal Injection
07:38

Preparing a Mice Model of Severe Acute Pancreatitis via a Combination of Caerulein and Lipopolysaccharide Intraperitoneal Injection

Published on: May 10, 2024

[Hydatid acute pancreatitis].

Ozlem Ozer Cakır1, Hüseyin Ataseven, Ali Demir

  • 1Selçuk Üniversitesi Meram Tıp Fakültesi, İç Hastalıkları Anabilim Dalı, Gastroenteroloji Bilim Dalı, Konya, Turkey. tansozlem@yahoo.com

Turkiye Parazitolojii Dergisi
|January 24, 2013
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Rupture of liver hydatid cysts into the biliary tree can cause acute pancreatitis. This rare complication occurs when hydatid material obstructs the bile duct, highlighting parasitic infections as a key differential diagnosis.

More Related Videos

Sodium Taurocholate Induced Severe Acute Pancreatitis in C57BL/6 Mice
06:35

Sodium Taurocholate Induced Severe Acute Pancreatitis in C57BL/6 Mice

Published on: June 28, 2021

Establishment of a Mouse Severe Acute Pancreatitis Model using Retrograde Injection of Sodium Taurocholate into the Biliopancreatic Duct
07:10

Establishment of a Mouse Severe Acute Pancreatitis Model using Retrograde Injection of Sodium Taurocholate into the Biliopancreatic Duct

Published on: April 1, 2022

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: May 14, 2026

Preparing a Mice Model of Severe Acute Pancreatitis via a Combination of Caerulein and Lipopolysaccharide Intraperitoneal Injection
07:38

Preparing a Mice Model of Severe Acute Pancreatitis via a Combination of Caerulein and Lipopolysaccharide Intraperitoneal Injection

Published on: May 10, 2024

Sodium Taurocholate Induced Severe Acute Pancreatitis in C57BL/6 Mice
06:35

Sodium Taurocholate Induced Severe Acute Pancreatitis in C57BL/6 Mice

Published on: June 28, 2021

Establishment of a Mouse Severe Acute Pancreatitis Model using Retrograde Injection of Sodium Taurocholate into the Biliopancreatic Duct
07:10

Establishment of a Mouse Severe Acute Pancreatitis Model using Retrograde Injection of Sodium Taurocholate into the Biliopancreatic Duct

Published on: April 1, 2022

Area of Science:

  • Hepatology
  • Gastroenterology
  • Parasitology

Background:

  • Hepatic hydatid cysts, caused by Echinococcus granulosus, can rupture into the biliary tree.
  • Intra-biliary rupture is a rare but serious complication with an incidence of 1-25% in adults.
  • Acute pancreatitis is an infrequent outcome of intra-biliary rupture.

Observation:

  • This case highlights the migration of hepatic hydatid cyst material into the common bile duct.
  • A hydatid membrane was observed impacting the papillary orifice.
  • This obstruction led to the development of acute pancreatitis.

Findings:

  • The study demonstrates a direct link between intra-biliary rupture of a hepatic hydatid cyst and acute pancreatitis.
  • Hydatid membrane impaction in the papillary orifice is a critical factor causing biliary obstruction and pancreatitis.
  • Parasitic infections must be considered in the differential diagnosis of acute biliary pancreatitis.

Implications:

  • Clinicians should consider parasitic infections, specifically hepatic hydatid disease, in patients presenting with acute biliary pancreatitis.
  • Early diagnosis and management of hepatic hydatid cysts can prevent rare but severe complications like pancreatitis.
  • This case underscores the importance of a broad differential diagnosis in hepatobiliary emergencies.