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S Baleato-González¹, R García-Figueiras¹, S Junquera-Olay¹

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This review covers imaging techniques for acute pancreatitis, detailing findings and classification criteria. Radiologists must understand imaging

Keywords:

Acute pancreatitis Computed tomography Diagnosis Diagnóstico Imagen Imaging Pancreatitis aguda TC

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Area of Science:

Radiology
Gastroenterology
Medical Imaging

Background:

Acute pancreatitis presents a wide spectrum of clinical severity.
Accurate diagnosis and staging are crucial for effective patient management.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the utility of various imaging modalities in acute pancreatitis management.
To outline key imaging findings and classification criteria.
To emphasize the importance of standardized reporting.

Main Methods:

Literature review of imaging techniques for acute pancreatitis.
Description of imaging findings based on established classifications.
Discussion of the advantages and limitations of each modality.

Main Results:

Imaging is essential for diagnosis, staging, and complication detection in acute pancreatitis.
Specific imaging findings correlate with disease severity and etiology.
The Atlanta classification provides a standardized framework for reporting.

Conclusions:

Radiologists require comprehensive knowledge of imaging techniques, findings, and terminology for acute pancreatitis.
Standardized reporting using the Atlanta classification improves communication and patient care.
Effective imaging guides treatment strategies and identifies underlying causes.