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==Ultrasound== | ==Ultrasound== | ||
Ultrasound may be beneficial in the diagnosis of gallstones which is the most common underlying cause of pancreatitis (~40%). | |||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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Overview
Although ultrasound imaging and CT scanning of the abdomen can be used to confirm the diagnosis of pancreatitis, neither is usually necessary as a primary diagnostic modality[1]
Ultrasound
Ultrasound may be beneficial in the diagnosis of gallstones which is the most common underlying cause of pancreatitis (~40%).
References
- ↑ Fleszler F, Friedenberg F, Krevsky B, Friedel D, Braitman L (2003). "Abdominal computed tomography prolongs length of stay and is frequently unnecessary in the evaluation of acute pancreatitis". Am J Med Sci. 325 (5): 251–5. PMID 12792243.