Evaluation of Alcohol in Pancreatitis

Abstract

The aim of this retrospective study is to identify, causes of Acute Pancreatitis in rural population and the conservative treatment method practiced in Akash Medical College & RH. Devanahalli. Methodology: About 100 patients were selected, diagnosed as Acute Pancreatitis using biochemical and Radiological investigations, this retrospective study was done for a period of 2 years Results: In this study the major risk factor associated with Acute Pancreatitis was chronic alcohol intake, majority were male patients (98%) and purely medical treatment was done. Conclusion: The most common cause of Pancreatitis in this rural place is chronic alcohol intake with mild to moderate severity. Treatment followed was only medical with no surgical intervention.