Septic shock caused by postpartum acute pancreatitis, a case report and literature review

International Journal of Emergency Medicine, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 18(1)

Published: March 3, 2025

Abstract Introduction Postpartum acute pancreatitis (PAP) is a rare but potentially life-threatening condition that can occur following childbirth. The incidence of PAP estimated to be between 1 in 1,000 and 10,000 deliveries, with significant proportion cases linked biliary causes, particularly gallstones sludge. Prompt diagnosis comprehensive management are essential prevent severe complications such as septic shock peritonitis. Case presentation We report the case 25-year-old white woman who presented abdominal pain 18 days after cesarean section. Initial included aggressive fluid resuscitation, broad-spectrum antibiotics, control. Diagnostic imaging laboratory tests confirmed presence obstruction due sludge, leading pancreatitis. An endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) was performed remove obstructions, followed by laparoscopic cholecystectomy recurrence. Discussion PAP, while rare, poses risks lead serious side effects shock. Early workup essential. In this instance, sludge were found culprit, requiring ERCP. ERCP effective patient, despite its controversy patients. requires multidisciplinary approach involving obstetricians, gastroenterologists, surgeons, critical care specialists. Conclusion must identified treated soon possible. Bile common problem necessitates prompt and, if necessary, or surgical intervention. Delays fatal; timing crucial. To deadly consequences, doctors extremely suspicious postpartum patients presenting pain.

Language: Английский

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Unraveling new avenues in pancreatic cancer treatment: A comprehensive exploration of drug repurposing using transcriptomic data

Computers in Biology and Medicine, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 185, P. 109481 - 109481

Published: Dec. 6, 2024

Language: Английский

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Unveiling a Sour Truth: Acute Pancreatitis Linked to Apple Cider Vinegar Supplement

ACG Case Reports Journal, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 11(9), P. e01482 - e01482

Published: Sept. 1, 2024

ABSTRACT Acute pancreatitis, a common gastrointestinal ailment in the United States, often lacks clear etiology, with one-third of cases deemed idiopathic. We discuss an 84-year-old woman acute pancreatitis possibly linked to recently introduced weight loss supplement containing apple cider vinegar. Literature review unveils scant data regarding risks associated less rigorously studied and regulated supplements, such as vinegar products. Considering morbidity financial burden there is pressing need report disseminate awareness diverse etiologies, encompassing drug supplement-induced cases. This case endeavors address this need.

Language: Английский

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Digestive Cancer Prevention in Elderly

Internal Medicine, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 21(4), P. 95 - 101

Published: Dec. 1, 2024

Abstract For the past decades, there has been an increasing emphasis on prophylaxis, particularly in field of oncology. The emergence preventive strategies led to enhanced life expectancy, resulting a larger elderly population that often faces additional comorbidities, complicating medical management. According Globocan 2022, digestive cancers rank among highest terms global incidence and mortality. Consequently, prevention cancer is pressing concern, especially for population. This article aims present main types their older adults, along with several strategies.

Language: Английский

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