Pancreatic ascites is an intraperitoneal collection of pancreatic fluid primarily caused by persistent pancreatic duct leakage or the intraperitoneal rupture of a pancreatic pseudocyst. This condition is commonly observed as a complication of persistent chronic alcoholic pancreatitis. Less frequent etiologies include biliary pancreatitis, major pancreatic duct trauma, ampullary stenosis, cystic ductal duplications, and choledocholithiasis. The severity of this condition varies widely, depending on the location and degree of ductal injury and the presence of infection. While mild cases may resolve spontaneously, infected or persistent pancreatic ascites, along with cases associated with pancreatic duct adenocarcinoma, are linked with significant morbidity and mortality. A stent is recommended to bypass the damaged or leaking pancreatic duct. Adjunctive treatment includes medical management to decrease pancreatic exocrine secretions and salvage therapy with surgery.This activity for healthcare professionals is designed to enhance learners’ competence in evaluating and managing pancreatic ascites. Participants gain a deeper insight into the condition’s etiology, clinical presentation, and management options, from conservative measures like fasting and nutritional support to advanced interventions such as endoscopic techniques and surgical approaches. Emphasis is placed on the importance of the interprofessional team approach, including specialists in gastroenterology, surgery, radiology, and allied healthcare professionals. Greater interprofessional team collaboration and communication proficiency enable learners to improve patient outcomes when managing pancreatic ascites cases.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/26568
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.0 hours
Nursing: 1.0 hours
Pharmacy: 1.0 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABPATH - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABA - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABA)
ABTS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABTS)
ABIM - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP)
ABTS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABTS) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: Critical Care Medicine, Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism, Gastroenterology, General Operative Anesthesia, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, GI (incl. Liver, Pancreas, Bilary), Hospital Medicine, Internal Medicine, Non-Thoracic Surgery, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Pediatric Gastroenterology, Surgical Critical Care