Role of ulinastatin in steroid-induced pancreatitis.
BMJ Case Rep
; 17(6)2024 Jun 05.
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in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-38839406
ABSTRACT
Steroid-induced acute pancreatitis is a rare form of pancreatitis that requires intensive care and has a high morbidity and mortality rate as there is no specific treatment. Management of steroid-induced pancreatitis is generally non-specific and supportive. Here, we are presenting a man in his 40s presented with epigastric pain, fever and vomiting. The patient was diagnosed case of rheumatoid arthritis, for which he was receiving regular 5 mg oral prednisolone therapy. Based on history, and clinical, biochemical and radiological imaging a diagnosis of steroid-induced pancreatitis was made, which was successfully managed with the help of ulinastatin and other supportive treatments. A serine protease inhibitor like ulinastatin may be used early in the clinical management of steroid-induced pancreatitis.
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01-internacional
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MEDLINE
Main subject:
Pancreatitis
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Prednisolone
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Glycoproteins
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Trypsin Inhibitors
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Adult
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Humans
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Male
Language:
En
Journal:
BMJ Case Rep
Year:
2024
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Article
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