Acute pancreatitis

Case contributed by Mohammad Farghali Ali Tosson
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Acute epigastric pain.

Patient Data

Age: 25 years
Gender: Female
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Bulky hypoattenuated pancreas with swollen head and localized fluid collection encircling the pancreatic head. 

No evidence of pancreatic duct or CBD dilatation.

Case Discussion

Acute pancreatitis is the most likely diagnosis.

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