Freezing out dead tissue: new tool could transform pancreatic necrosis treatment

This study tests a freezing device called a cryoprobe to remove dead tissue from the pancreas in people with a serious complication of acute pancreatitis. Instead of using standard tools like forceps or snares, the cryoprobe freezes the dead tissue so it can be pulled out more easily. The trial will enroll 20 adults and check if the method is safe and removes at least 70% of the dead tissue.