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 II: Clinical Manifestations and Management01:30

Acute Pancreatitis II: Clinical Manifestations and Management

422
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...
422
Acute Pancreatitis I: Introduction01:27

Acute Pancreatitis I: Introduction

828
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:
828
Chronic Pancreatitis I: Introduction01:24

Chronic Pancreatitis I: Introduction

430
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...
430
Chronic Pancreatitis II: Collaborative Care01:29

Chronic Pancreatitis II: Collaborative Care

177
The management of chronic pancreatitis is multifaceted, involving a comprehensive approach that includes thorough assessment, diagnostic testing, and a variety of management strategies.
Assessment:
177

You might also read

Related Articles

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

Sort by
Same author

Rigid bronchoscopy and Y-stent for severe central malignant airway obstruction as a bridge to surgery requiring general anaesthesia.

BMJ case reports·2025
Same author

Placental and Breast Metastasis of Squamous Cell Carcinoma in a Patient With Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis.

Cureus·2023
Same author

Acute pericarditis confirmed by coronary computed tomography angiogram.

Journal of osteopathic medicine·2022
Same author

Structured, Timely, and Individualized Patient Feedback to Residents and its Effect on HCAHPS Scores.

Journal of patient experience·2022
Same author

Multi-organ dysfunction as a presentation of calcium channel blocker intoxication.

BMJ case reports·2022
Same author

Severe psoriasis presenting with rapidly progressive (crescentic) IgA-predominant glomerulonephritis.

BMJ case reports·2021

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Nov 16, 2025

Necropsy-based Wild Fish Health Assessment
07:57

Necropsy-based Wild Fish Health Assessment

Published on: September 11, 2018

17.7K

Scombroid pancreatitis from mahi-mahi consumption.

Nora Hernandez Garcilazo1,2, Rohan Madhu Prasad3,2, Merryl Varghese3,2

  • 1Internal Medicine, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan, USA Herna644@msu.edu.

BMJ Case Reports
|February 23, 2021
PubMed
Summary

Scombroid poisoning, a common reaction to certain fish, can rarely cause acute pancreatitis. This case highlights a rare instance of pancreatitis following mahi-mahi consumption, emphasizing the need for awareness.

Keywords:
pancreas and biliary tractpancreatitis

More Related Videos

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

973
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

4.4K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Nov 16, 2025

Necropsy-based Wild Fish Health Assessment
07:57

Necropsy-based Wild Fish Health Assessment

Published on: September 11, 2018

17.7K
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

973
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

4.4K

Area of Science:

  • Toxicology
  • Gastroenterology
  • Immunology

Background:

  • Scombroid poisoning is a histamine-related foodborne illness from consuming improperly stored fish.
  • While typically causing allergic-like symptoms, severe complications are infrequently reported.

Observation:

  • A 61-year-old woman developed rash, flushing, and abdominal pain after eating mahi-mahi.
  • She later presented with severe abdominal pain and vomiting, leading to hospital admission.
  • Laboratory tests revealed elevated white blood cell count, lipase, amylase, and C-reactive protein.

Findings:

  • Imaging confirmed acute pancreatitis, suspected to be secondary to scombroid poisoning.
  • Elevated immunoglobulin E and histamine levels confirmed the diagnosis of scombroid poisoning.
  • This represents a rare occurrence, with only two prior reported cases of acute pancreatitis linked to scombroid poisoning.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the potential for scombroid poisoning to manifest with severe gastrointestinal complications like acute pancreatitis.
  • Clinicians should consider scombroid poisoning in the differential diagnosis of acute pancreatitis, especially after fish consumption.
  • Further research may elucidate the mechanisms underlying this rare but serious complication.