PANCREATITIS

This study tested whether rinsing the bile duct opening with cold (3°C) sterile saline right after an ERCP procedure can lower the risk of pancreatitis, a common complication. About 900 adults in Colombia took part, and the main goal was to see how many developed pancreatitis wit…

This study tested whether giving a rectal anti-inflammatory drug (indomethacin) along with extra fluids before an ERCP procedure could prevent the pancreas from becoming inflamed afterward. Sixty adults who needed ERCP took part. The goal was to see if this simple combination cou…

This study tested whether a procedure called ERCP with sphincterotomy can lower the risk of repeat pancreatitis attacks in people with pancreas divisum, a condition where the pancreas has an unusual duct structure. 181 adults who had at least two pancreatitis episodes were random…

This study tested a mobile app designed to help middle-aged adults with type 1 diabetes exercise more safely and confidently. The app uses data from blood sugar monitors, activity, mood, and sleep to give personalized tips and encouragement. 24 people took part to see if the app …

This study tested a noninvasive, needle-free device that sends mild electrical pulses to specific points on the skin, similar to acupuncture. 42 adults with chronic pancreatitis used the device at home to see if it safely reduces their abdominal pain. The goal was to find a simpl…

This study looked at health data from over 723,000 older adults (70+) worldwide to understand how common pancreatic cancer and pancreatitis are, and how deadly they are. Researchers analyzed trends from 1990 to 2021 and made projections to 2040. The goal was to see how these dise…

This study looked at whether enzyme therapy helps people with chronic pancreatitis absorb protein better. Eleven participants with pancreatic insufficiency took enzyme therapy, and researchers measured how their bodies used dietary protein. The goal was to understand if current t…