How Does Cholecystectomy Influence Recurrence of Idiopathic Acute Pancreatitis?

ConclusionsFollowing an episode of acute pancreatitis with no identifiable cause, in patients fit for surgery, cholecystectomy should be considered to reduce the risk of recurrent episodes of pancreatitis.

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Source: Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery - September 22, 2016 Category: Surgery Source Type: research