Full 2L QBank
Anatomy G.I.T c22ada57

All are true about pancreatic fistula in chronic pancreatitis except

A
Most cases resolve spontaneously by Conservative treatment
B
Somatostatin is effective in fistula closure
C
In prevention of fistula, adherence to standardised and meticulous technique is more impoant than the pancreatic texture or the type of anastomosis used
D
Early intervention is required if associated with hemorrhage or sepsis
High-Yield Explanation
Trials have demonstrated the benifit of prophylactic octreotide in the prevention of pancreatic fistula; however the role of octreotide, once fistula is established remains unclear. In such situations, the octreotide administration is continued for upto 2 weeks, while in those who donot seem to respond, it is discontinued Ref: Blumga 5th edition Pgno :965
← Previous Question Next Question →

Related Anatomy MCQs

Major supply of medial surface of cerebral hemisphere
General
All of the following organs are in direct contact with the spleen except?
General
What structure passes through the quandrangular space ?
General
Midpoint between suprasternal notch and pubic symphyses passes through which plane?
General
Kilian's dehiscence is outpouclμng of:
General
Explore All Anatomy Questions →

Practice 2,00,000+ NEET PG Questions Free

Timed mock tests, mistake queue analytics, audio lectures & zero attempt limits on i❤️Exams.

Start Free Mock Test Now