The authors consider the use of prognostic and diagnostic markers as an addition to initial clinical assessment for the identification of patients who are likely to develop severe acute pancreatitis. They also discuss antibiotic prophylaxis, fluid resuscitation and rehydration, enteral versus parenteral nutrition, pain management and the timing of surgical or interventional necrosectomy.
- Julia Mayerle
- Verena Hlouschek
- Markus M Lerch
