PANCREATITIS

This study tested whether a minor endoscopic procedure could reduce the risk of future painful pancreatitis attacks in adults with a specific pancreas anatomy called pancreas divisum. 181 participants who had experienced at least two prior attacks were randomly assigned to receiv…

This study tested a new mobile app designed to help middle-aged adults with type 1 diabetes exercise more often and with more confidence. The app uses personal data like blood sugar levels, exercise, mood, and sleep to provide personalized encouragement and insights. Researchers …

This study tested if rinsing a specific area in the digestive tract with cold saline solution immediately after a common procedure called ERCP can prevent a painful complication known as pancreatitis. Around 900 adults in Colombia were randomly assigned to receive either the cold…

This study tested a small, wearable device that delivers mild electrical stimulation through skin patches to reduce abdominal pain in people with chronic pancreatitis. Forty-two participants used the device at home for several weeks to see if it helped manage their pain without m…

This study analyzed global health data from 1990 to 2021 to understand how often pancreatic cancer and pancreatitis occur, cause death, and create disability in adults aged 70 and older across 204 countries. Researchers examined patterns by region, sex, and development level, and…

This small study aimed to understand a specific problem in chronic pancreatitis: poor protein absorption. Researchers wanted to see if standard enzyme replacement therapy helps the body use protein from food. They measured this in 11 patients who already had the condition and wer…