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Jennifer Parker: Questions

What is the differential diagnosis of this patientıs abdominal pain? What other aspects of this patientıs history would you pursue?

What are the potential intra-abdominal sources of hyperamylasemia in this patient? What is the presumed pathogenesis of acute pancreatitis?

Are there any diagnostic tests necessary at this point? If so, what would you choose?

How would you manage this patient the day of admission?


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