Consensus definition of sludge and microlithiasis as a possible cause of pancreatitis

Conclusion We propose a consensus definition for the localisation, ultrasound morphology and diameter of biliary sludge and microlithiasis as distinct entities. Interestingly, severity of biliary AP was not dependent on the size of concrements warranting prospective randomised studies which treatment options are adequate to prevent recurrence.

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Source: Gut - September 13, 2023 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Zorniak, M., Sirtl, S., Beyer, G., Mahajan, U. M., Bretthauer, K., Schirra, J., Schulz, C., Kohlmann, T., Lerch, M. M., Mayerle, J., The LMU Microlithiasis Expert Survey Team Tags: Open access, Editor's choice, Gut Pancreas Source Type: research