Pancreatic Enzyme Level Correlation with Modified CT Severity Index in Acute Pancreatitis Cases

Background: Acute pancreatitis (AP) is a pathological process in which the pancreatic secretes enzymes that kill its own tissues. Serum Amylase and Lipase are almost always raised in this disease. CECT abdomen and pelvis being best for diagnosis. Since AP is a crucial differential for acute abdominal pain, MCTSI is one of the best indicators to gauge the severity of the illness process. It seeks to establish a connection between MCTSI and the concentrations of lipase and amylase in acute pancreatitis. Aims: Establishing relationship between amylase and lipase concentration with MCTSI in acute pancreatitis. Conclusion: AP is a critical differential for acute abdomen pain. Hence, the role of radiologist is to provide a MCTSI to guide the clinicians in management. By comparing the serum enzyme levels with MCTSI, one can suspect the disease sooner. Thus it reduces the disease burden and fatality by early intervention.