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Acute Pancreatitis without Increased Pancreatic Enzymes
Pancreatite Aguda sem Elevação das Enzimas Pancreáticas
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Joana Tavares Pereira - joanaitpereira@gmail.com
Serviço de Medicina Interna, Unidade Local de Saúde Estuário do Tejo, Hospital de Vila Franca de Xira, Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal
Estrada Carlos Lima Costa, Nº 2, Povos, 2600-009, Vila Franca de Xira
Abstract
Acute pancreatitis is a common, heterogeneous, and unpredictable disease with significant associated morbidity and mortality. Early recognition and timely management of this condition are essential to prevent complications. It is characterized by pancreatic inflammation, most commonly associated with increased serum amylase and lipase levels. However, this criterion is not a mandatory requirement for the diagnosis of this disease. Such a presentation is rare and may constitute a diagnostic dilemma, potentially leading to misdiagnosis and delayed treatment.This article presents a case of acute pancreatitis in which both amylase and lipase levels were within reference limits.
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