A simple IV fluid choice could tame pancreatitis severity

This trial tests whether the type of IV fluid given to people with acute pancreatitis affects how severe the disease becomes. About 800 adults with acute pancreatitis will be randomly assigned to receive either lactated Ringer's solution or normal saline for at least 48 hours. The goal is to see if one fluid reduces the chance of developing moderately severe or severe pancreatitis, which involves complications or organ failure. The results could lead to a simple, inexpensive change in emergency care worldwide.