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Pancreatic abscess is a late complication of acute necrotising, occurring more than 4 weeks after the initial attack. A pancreatic abscess is a collection of pus resulting from tissue necrosis, liquefaction, and infection. It is estimated that approximately 3% of the patients suffering from acute pancreatitis will develop an abscess. | Pancreatic abscess is a late complication of acute necrotising, occurring more than 4 weeks after the initial attack. A pancreatic abscess is a collection of pus resulting from tissue necrosis, liquefaction, and infection. It is estimated that approximately 3% of the patients suffering from acute pancreatitis will develop an abscess. | ||
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Category: Infection (old) |
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| Main Diagnosis: | Pancreatic abscess |
| Sub Diagnosis: | PANCREATIC ABSCESS |
| Diagnosis Code: | 7300 - Pancreatic Abscess |
| Comorbid Diagnosis: | No |
| Charlson Comorbid coding (pre ICD10): | 0 |
| Program: | CC & Med |
| Status: | Currently Collected
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Pancreatic abscess is a late complication of acute necrotising, occurring more than 4 weeks after the initial attack. A pancreatic abscess is a collection of pus resulting from tissue necrosis, liquefaction, and infection. It is estimated that approximately 3% of the patients suffering from acute pancreatitis will develop an abscess.