ABSTRACT
Background: Acute non-biliary pancreatitis poses significant challenges in management, with varied approaches employed by physicians and surgeons. Understanding the decision-making processes and outcomes between these two specialties is crucial for optimizing patient care.
Aim: This study aimed to conduct a comparative analysis of the management of acute non-biliary pancreatitis, focusing on the decision-making processes and outcomes employed by physicians and surgeons.
Methods: A retrospective analysis of patient records was conducted, encompassing cases of acute non-biliary pancreatitis treated by both physicians and surgeons over a specified period. Data regarding treatment decisions, interventions, patient outcomes, and complications were collected and compared between the two specialties.
Results: The analysis revealed distinct approaches in the management of acute non-biliary pancreatitis between physicians and surgeons. Physicians predominantly favored conservative management strategies, including medical therapy and close monitoring, while surgeons leaned towards early surgical interventions such as drainage procedures or necrosectomy. Outcome assessment demonstrated comparable rates of morbidity and mortality between the two groups, albeit with variations in the occurrence of specific complications.
Conclusion: The study highlights the diverse strategies employed by physicians and surgeons in managing acute non-biliary pancreatitis. While both approaches demonstrate efficacy in achieving favorable patient outcomes, individualized decision-making based on the patient’s condition and response to treatment remains paramount. Further research is warranted to delineate optimal management pathways for this complex condition.
Keywords: Acute pancreatitis, non-biliary, comparative analysis, decision-making, physicians, surgeons, management, outcomes.