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Conservative management of groove pancreatitis - A case report with literature review

Year: 2023

Type: article

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Groove pancreatitis (GP) is a rare pancreatitis variant affecting the pancreaticoduodenal groove. It typically affects middle-aged men with a history of chronic alcoholism. Diagnosis is often challenging due to its resemblance with the head of the pancreatic carcinoma. PRESENTATION OF CASE: We report a unique case of GP in a 55-year-old female patient with no history of alcohol consumption. Contrast-enhanced computer tomography revealed the features suggestive of GP. DISCUSSION: This case exemplifies a rare manifestation of GP in a non-alcoholic female, presenting as an acute condition deviating from the common association with male gender and alcohol consumption. GP can be successfully managed conservatively in the presence of diagnostic certainty. CONCLUSION: The presented case underscores the diagnostic complexity of groove pancreatitis, mainly when encountered in non-alcoholic females. Accurate diagnosis guides effective conservative treatment choices and mitigates the potential for unnecessary interventions.

Source: International Journal of Surgery Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2023.108995

Authors: S. Gobishangar, A.A. Jenil, K. Dinoshiga, T. Mathuvanthi, K. Heerthikan

Institutions: University of Jaffna, Jaffna Teaching Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Pancreatitis Pathology and Treatment

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,800