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Autoimmune Pancreatitis Type 2, Biliary Cysts and Giardia lamblia

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Autoimmune pancreatitis type 2 is a relatively novel entity with some still controversial issues. The current diagnostic algorithm relies on imaging studies and histology. Therapy includes corticosteroids with consequently low risk of relapse in the following year. However, the pathogenesis remains unclear, and data are insufficient for long-term prognosis. We have treated a 17-year-old boy whose autoimmune pancreatitis type 2 was revealed during surgery for a pre-existing biliary tract anomaly with concurrent protozoal infection. We discuss the co-occurrence of these conditions in terms of eventual pathogenesis correlation and combined effect on long-term prognosis.

Source: Children

DOI: 10.3390/children11091075

Authors: Tonka Blažević, Mirna Natalija Aničić, Stanko Ćavar, Jurica Vuković

Institutions: University Hospital Centre Zagreb, University of Zagreb

Language: English

Subfield: Rheumatology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,728

OpenAlex ID: W4402134691

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