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Common OPD Cases

Acute Pancreatitis

Cause: Gall stone (Pakistan), Alcohol (USA), Increased level of Ca++, Mump infection, Diuretics.

Inv: Serum amylase: Increased level, Serum lipase: increased level, Specific

Management

  1. Keep patient NBM
  2. Inf N/S, Dextrose saline 1L IV TDS, Best fluid is R/Lactate
  3. Oxygen inhalation SOS
  4. If vomiting (Paralytic ileus) pass NG tube
  5. Inj Omeprazole (Risek) 40mg IV stat
  6. Inj Nalbuphine (Nalbin) 20mg IV stat SOS, OR inj Metoclopramide (Maxolon) IV Stat SOS
  7. Inj Ca-gluconate, if cause is hypocalcemia
  8. If shock Inj Dopamine
  9. Complicated pancreatitis, then surgical opinion
  10. When patient stable start oral medication

Disclaimer: This guide is an educational reference for healthcare professionals. It does not replace clinical judgement — always follow your hospital's protocols and current guidelines.